The Oakland History Center and the Magazines & Newspapers Department are proud to present a new exhibit at the Main Library: All the News That’s Fit to Build: Local News Dioramas.
Come see the dioramas!
- Dioramas are on display on the 2nd floor of the Main Library between 8/9 - 11/29
- Stop by the Oakland History Center to attempt a scavenger hunt for miniature details
- Vote for your favorite diorama in the People's Choice Award by October 3
- Come to the Celebration of Dioramas event on October 4 to meet diorama makers, see the announcement of prize winners by our celebrity judges, and play Oakland trivia.
- Revisit your favorite dioramas in our online exhibit!
REQUIREMENTS FOR DIORAMA CREATORS:
Maximum diorama height, 6 inches.
Share a printout of the article (including newspaper, article title, & publication date)
No perishable, toxic, or flammable materials
Attach all elements securely
Pick up dioramas at the conclusion of the exhibit : 12/1- 12/12
DIORAMA EVENTS
Search for Treasure in Old Newspapers
May 31 | 2 - 3 PM
Oakland History Center
Adult Art & Crafting at Main Library
June 18 | 5:30 -7 PM
Main Library
All The News That's Fit to Build: Local News Dioramas
August 9 - November 29
Oakland History Center
Celebrate Dioramas!
October 4 | 2 - 3:30 PM
Main Library
QUESTIONS?
Contact (or stop by) OHC or M&N on the 2nd floor of the Main Library
OHC: 510-238-3222
M&N: 510-238-3176
eanswers@oaklandlibrary.org