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'The new West Virginia State Theater, in the Science and Cultural Center, a 500-seat facility occupying two levels, will be used for West Virginia talent--from large symphonic ensembles to small, intimate one-man performances. The stage features a hydraulic lift which serves as apron, orchestra pit, and elevator to and from trap room.'

1. West Virginia State Theater, Charleston, W. Va.

IDNO:
005567
Title:
West Virginia State Theater, Charleston, W. Va.
Description:
'The new West Virginia State Theater, in the Science and Cultural Center, a 500-seat facility occupying two levels, will be used for West Virginia talent--from large symphonic ensembles to small, intimate one-man performances. The stage features a hydraulic lift which serves as apron, orchestra pit, and elevator to and from trap room.'
'The new West Virginia Science and Culture Center, open to the public July 11, brings under one roof the many aspects of State government dedicated to the cultural and artistic growth of West Virginians. It is for West Virginians--from the State Theater to Library Commission facilities to the new Museum. The Center was designed by C.E. Silling and Associates, a West Virginia firm.'

2. Front Entrance of West Virginia Science and Culture Center at Night, Charleston, W. Va.

IDNO:
005568
Title:
Front Entrance of West Virginia Science and Culture Center at Night, Charleston, W. Va.
Description:
'The new West Virginia Science and Culture Center, open to the public July 11, brings under one roof the many aspects of State government dedicated to the cultural and artistic growth of West Virginians. It is for West Virginians--from the State Theater to Library Commission facilities to the new Museum. The Center was designed by C.E. Silling and Associates, a West Virginia firm.'
'The Great Hall greets guests to the new Science and Culture Center, its wood and marble expanse highlighted by a gold and wood coffered ceiling and two chandeliers. Each chandelier weighs over 1000 pound and holds 92 lights. The Hall may be used as a formal reception area, an expansion of lobby for the State Theater or a relaxing and mood-setting entrance to the Center itself.'

3. Great Hall of West Virginia Science and Culture Center, Charleston, W. Va.

IDNO:
005569
Title:
Great Hall of West Virginia Science and Culture Center, Charleston, W. Va.
Description:
'The Great Hall greets guests to the new Science and Culture Center, its wood and marble expanse highlighted by a gold and wood coffered ceiling and two chandeliers. Each chandelier weighs over 1000 pound and holds 92 lights. The Hall may be used as a formal reception area, an expansion of lobby for the State Theater or a relaxing and mood-setting entrance to the Center itself.'
Girl sitting at a table in the Reading Room. Another girl looking at a book from a shelf. 'The Library Reading Room is one of the many offerings of the West Virginia Library Commission in the Science and Culture Center. The Commission maintains over a quarter-million sources for public use. With its move to the Center, this is the first time that all elements of the State Library Commission have been housed under one roof.'

4. Library Reading Room, West Virginia Science and Culture Center, Charleston, W. Va.

IDNO:
005570
Title:
Library Reading Room, West Virginia Science and Culture Center, Charleston, W. Va.
Description:
Girl sitting at a table in the Reading Room. Another girl looking at a book from a shelf. 'The Library Reading Room is one of the many offerings of the West Virginia Library Commission in the Science and Culture Center. The Commission maintains over a quarter-million sources for public use. With its move to the Center, this is the first time that all elements of the State Library Commission have been housed under one roof.'
Log Cabin in State Museum of the Science and Culture Center. 'The Settler's Cabin in the State Museum of the Science and Culture Center captures the mood and mode of life for early pioneers who tilled the ground we live on today. The Cabin is one of 16 exhibits which trace the progress of West Virginians through the years.'

5. Settler's Cabin in the West Virginia State Museum, Charleston, W. Va.

IDNO:
005571
Title:
Settler's Cabin in the West Virginia State Museum, Charleston, W. Va.
Description:
Log Cabin in State Museum of the Science and Culture Center. 'The Settler's Cabin in the State Museum of the Science and Culture Center captures the mood and mode of life for early pioneers who tilled the ground we live on today. The Cabin is one of 16 exhibits which trace the progress of West Virginians through the years.'
Dancers facing the audience on stage. 'West Virginians will be the stars of the stage of the new West Virginia State Theater in the Science and Culture Center. The two-level facility, which seats up to 500, will be available for bookings at no cost for the presentation of West Virginia talent through performances, series, festivals and workshops.'

6. Dancers on the Stage at the West Virginia Science and Culture Center, Charleston, W. Va.

IDNO:
005572
Title:
Dancers on the Stage at the West Virginia Science and Culture Center, Charleston, W. Va.
Description:
Dancers facing the audience on stage. 'West Virginians will be the stars of the stage of the new West Virginia State Theater in the Science and Culture Center. The two-level facility, which seats up to 500, will be available for bookings at no cost for the presentation of West Virginia talent through performances, series, festivals and workshops.'
Portrait of C.E. Silling, whose C.E. Silling and Associates designed the West Virginia Science and Culture Center.

7. Silling, C. E.

IDNO:
005573
Title:
Silling, C. E.
Date:
undated
Description:
Portrait of C.E. Silling, whose C.E. Silling and Associates designed the West Virginia Science and Culture Center.
Model of a country store in the State Museum of the Science and Culture Center in W.V. "Want to find some Dr. LeGear's Hog Prescription? Or simply reminisce? The I.P. Russell [and] Sons Country Store in the State Museum of the Science and Culture Center will offer that oppurtunity. It's a replica of the old-time West Virginia country store, well-researched and assembled by the students of Robert B. Connor, Associate Professor of Marketing at West Virginia University."

8. Model Country Store in the West Virginia State Museum, Charleston, W. Va.

IDNO:
005574
Title:
Model Country Store in the West Virginia State Museum, Charleston, W. Va.
Date:
undated
Description:
Model of a country store in the State Museum of the Science and Culture Center in W.V. "Want to find some Dr. LeGear's Hog Prescription? Or simply reminisce? The I.P. Russell [and] Sons Country Store in the State Museum of the Science and Culture Center will offer that oppurtunity. It's a replica of the old-time West Virginia country store, well-researched and assembled by the students of Robert B. Connor, Associate Professor of Marketing at West Virginia University."