2024 DFW Archives Bazaar
October 20 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Free
Join archivists from around North Texas at the sixth edition of the DFW Archives Bazaar on Sunday, October 20th, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Old City Park (1515 S. Harwood St, Dallas, TX 75215).
The Bazaar is free and open to everyone, featuring over thirty Texas libraries, archives, and other cultural institutions offering fun and interactive ways to learn more about the historical resources and services available in North Texas. From photographs, documents, films, and maps to much more, you can explore the amazing archival collections across Dallas-Fort Worth that are waiting for you to discover!
Everything is bigger in Texas, and the activities guests will experience are no exception. Not only can you delve into the complexity and diversity of Texas history, but at the demo booths and interactive exhibits, guests can learn how to become part of that history by preserving family treasures, interviewing family members about their own stories, digitizing family memories, and much more.
Visit the “Ask an Archivist” station to talk with professional archivists who can answer your questions. Have a future archivist in the family? Students can learn about archival career options and receive advice on schools, programs, and internships at the career booth. In addition to the exhibitors and demos, there will be door prizes, trivia, and more!