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Roanoke libraries add David Ramey Sr. archive to Gainsborough branch; city proclaims National Arts and Humanities Month
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Roanoke Public Libraries and the Taubman Museum transferred more than 600 drawings and journals by local artist David Ramey Sr. to the Gainsborough Branch archives. Library and arts staff described the collection and announced a new Fourth Floor hallway exhibition tied to a Pilgrim at Tinker Creek-themed show; Mayor Joseph L. Cobb issued a related
Roanoke Public Libraries officials told City Council on Monday they have added more than 600 drawings and journals by local artist David Ramey Sr. to the Gainsborough Branch archives.
"Last month, we were delighted to welcome the art and journals of, David Ramey Sr. To the archives of the Gainsborough Branch Library. So this collection consists of over 600 pieces drawn from his memory," Sheila Umberger, director of libraries, said during a presentation. Library staff said the drawings document historic Henry Street…
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