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American Furniture Designers: 1900 - 2020

An Author Presentation

2022-10-06 18:30:00 2022-10-06 19:45:00 America/New_York American Furniture Designers: 1900 - 2020 Oscar Fitzgerald leads a presentation on his recently published title: AMERICAN FURNITURE DESIGNERS An discussion of designers of Arts and Crafts through the Interwar period into Mid-Century Modern James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Thursday, October 06
6:30pm - 7:45pm

Add to Calendar 2022-10-06 18:30:00 2022-10-06 19:45:00 America/New_York American Furniture Designers: 1900 - 2020 Oscar Fitzgerald leads a presentation on his recently published title: AMERICAN FURNITURE DESIGNERS An discussion of designers of Arts and Crafts through the Interwar period into Mid-Century Modern James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library

Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Oscar Fitzgerald leads a presentation on his recently published title: AMERICAN FURNITURE DESIGNERS An discussion of designers of Arts and Crafts through the Interwar period into Mid-Century Modern

For anyone curious about the modern material culture that surrounds them, Oscan Fitzgerald's book explains everything about American furniture from 1900 into the 21st century:when it was made, where it was made, who made it, what it was made of, how it was designed, how long it was in production, and how the furniture related to its contemporaries.

OSCAR P. FITZGERALD, PhD, is a nationally known historian, author, lecturer, and consultant on American furniture from colonial times to the present, As a member of the faculty of the Smithsonian lnstitution/George Washington University Decorative Arts and Design History Masters Program, he teaches all the furniture classes. He has shared his passion for furniture with audiences nationwide, including a number of certification seminars for appraisers. Recently, he presented a program on identifying N/id-century Modern furniture fakes at the annual conference of the lnternational Society of Appraisers. His latest publication before this book is the definitive American Furniture: 1650 to the Present.

(From the Book Jacket)

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library

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Hours
We're closed Thursday November 28 due to Thanksgiving Day
We're closed Friday November 29 due to Day After Thanksgiving Day
Mon, Nov 25 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Nov 26 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 27 10:00AM to 8:00PM
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(Thanksgiving Day)
Fri, Nov 29 Closed
(Day After Thanksgiving Day)
Sat, Nov 30 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 01 1:00PM to 5:00PM

About the branch

Parking: There is a small lot with 9 spaces.  On street parking is available.

Public Transit:

  • Metrorail: Yellow and Blue lines at Braddock Road (1.3 miles) and King Street Stations (1.5 miles)
  • Metrobus: 10A, 10B
  • DASH Bus: 33

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Upcoming Events

Mon, Nov 25, 10:15am - 10:45am
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Mon, Nov 25, 11:15am - 11:45am
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Mon, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Mon, Nov 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Tue, Nov 26, 10:15am - 10:45am
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Tue, Nov 26, 11:15am - 11:45am
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Tue, Nov 26, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Introducing the community to D&D through introductory sessions, one-shots, and campaigns. Email Dungeon Master Josstin at jgogue@alexlibraryva.org if you're interested in joining. Ages 12-18

Wed, Nov 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Wed, Nov 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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National Novel Writing Month is a frantic writing challenge in a community of encouraging aspiring novelists. Bring your computer or a journal and work on your novel!

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Thu, Nov 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Social group that focuses on nail painting and designs for members of the community. All materials will be provided. Ages 8-18.

Sun, Dec 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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An eight week series on mindfully exploring how the mind works, mindful meditation, and setting intentions for a growth mindset to start your week off right!
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Mon, Dec 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Wed, Dec 04, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Wed, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Using fresh pine branches, berries, and bows, create a dazzling seasonal wreath to decorate your space! ❄️ ADULTS ONLY ❄️
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Wed, Dec 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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