Seventy-five people will have a chance to tour the Eames Archives in Richmond for free next week — a treat given that tickets to see the iconic furniture designs and other collectibles sell out well in advance and cost $45 to $85.
The Eames Institute of Infinite Curiosity‘s Eames Archives first Community Day is Feb. 13 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tickets are available here.
The community day marks one year since the Eames Archives, 1330 S. 51st St., first opened to the public. The Institute’s Richmond location serves as a permanent space for the public to view the extensive collection. It offers an expansive view of the Ray and Charles Eames practice, including materials ranging from mass-produced furniture designs and one-of-a-kind prototypes, to personal ephemera and private correspondence.Â
Visitors will start with a 30-minute livestream from Llisa Demetrios, granddaughter of Ray and Charles Eames and chief curator of the archives. Following the presentation are three 45-minute tour slots from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., each accommodating up to 25 guests.
“The Eames Institute carries a deep commitment to their local community, and are excited to offer their neighbors unprecedented access to the collection so more can experience the wellspring of creativity and inspiration in their own backyard,” said a statement from a spokesperson.
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