Category Archives: SC&A

Grant Conserves Rare Books by Paul Laurence Dunbar

Posted on June 28, 2023 by specialcollections

We are pleased to share that 11 of our rare, first-edition books by Paul Laurence Dunbar can now be more safely viewed and studied after undergoing conservation treatment. Nine books of poetry and two books of short stories, all inscribed … Continue reading →

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A Visit from the Base Commander, WPAFB

Posted on June 6, 2023 by Lisa Rickey

We were thrilled to host Col. Christopher Meeker, commander of the 88th Air Base Wing at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, for a tour of our world-famous Wright Brothers Collection today, along with Wright State University President Sue Edwards, Chief Operating … Continue reading →

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The 1903 Wright Flyer Replica Receives Cleaning!

Posted on April 29, 2023 by Toni Vanden Bos

Our 1903 Wright Flyer replica in Dunbar Library’s atrium received a good cleaning this weekend, thanks to Wright State’s amazing Facilities staff.  Since 2001 when it took to the atrium’s skies, the replica Flyer has been inspiring all at Wright … Continue reading →

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