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=== The Collection === | === The Collection === | ||
[[Image:1280px-Timeless Books.jpg|left| | [[Image:1280px-Timeless Books.jpg|left|200px|1280px-Timeless Books.jpg]] The library has a collection of about 10,000 books, manuscripts and periodicals that cover over 350 years of history, particularly in Lancaster County but also extending to the Northern Neck and including Middlesex and Essex counties in Virginia. There is research materials on adjoining states as well. The goal of the museum has been to recapture the rich history and the stories of the people of the Northern Neck. | ||
=== The Complex === | === The Complex === | ||
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=== The community === | === The community === | ||
The Museum and Library are open to the public who may participate in educational programs, trace family histories and tour all of the historic buildings and their exhibits. The address of the Museum and Library is 8346 Mary Ball Road, Lancaster Virginia 22503, Phone 804-462-7280. The library advises that you call ahead to confirm the hours of operation, special events, and fees.<br> | The Museum and Library are open to the public who may participate in educational programs, trace family histories and tour all of the historic buildings and their exhibits. The address of the Museum and Library is 8346 Mary Ball Road, Lancaster Virginia 22503, Phone 804-462-7280. The library advises that you call ahead to confirm the hours of operation, special events, and fees.<br> | ||
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http://www.mbwm.org/<br> | http://www.mbwm.org/<br><br> | ||
[[Category:Virginia]] | [[Category:Virginia]] | ||