On Friday, June 19, all library locations will be closed for Juneteenth. This national, state, and Oak Park holiday celebrates African Americans’ freedom from enslavement in the United States.
Celebrations at the Main Library and in Oak Park
Juneteenth is a joyous celebration of freedom, but also a time to remember the countless sacrifices made to achieve it.
Join us at the Main Library for this event to celebrate and remember:
1619: The Journey of a People, Tuesday, June 16, 7 pm, Main Library: Playwright, professor, and performer Ted Williams III commemorates the struggles, recognizes the heroes, and critically analyzes the American journey toward freedom and equality. Please register.
Juneteenth titles for all ages
More to explore
- Stream on Kanopy: Films and documentaries
- Available on Hoopla: Ebooks, digital audiobooks, comics, movies, and TV shows