Building the Archive
Recognizing the significance of events on the weekend of August 12, the University of Virginia Library is building an archive of materials surrounding the “Unite the Right” rally and counter-protests.Donate your Materials
We are interested in your personal digital submissions (including images, stories, audio, or video) from the events at UVA and in the Charlottesville area, so that we may make these materials available to students and researchers studying these events. You have the option to keep your name private if you wish.
Read the terms and conditions for submissions.
Statement of Values
The University of Virginia stands firmly behind the Society of American Archivists’ commitment to ensuring the diversity of archivists and the archival record.
Read the SAA Council statement about events of August 12.
Questions?
For questions about using or donating to the collection, please contact us.
Featured Items
Black Lives Matter
This was taken when KKK protesters were trying to circle around the Downtown Mall back to the statue. At the time this image was taken, this woman…
Black Lives Matter
This was taken moments before the grey mustang rammed through 4th street. The pack of counter-protesters were deciding whether to turn left or right,…
Two Sides
This was taken at McGuffey Park. The KKK had just come back from McIntire Park. The Man with the prosthetic was thanking the police force for doing…