Oak Park Public Library acknowledges that Oak Park is situated on the ancestral land of the Bodewamiadkiwen (Potawatomi), Myaamia (Miami), Oceti Sakowin, Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo), and Peoria. We honor them and thank them for their stewardship of this land. Source: native-land.ca
Your public library is here to connect you with books, learning experiences, and online resources that celebrate Native American heritage and culture this month and all year long. On this page, you can:
- Browse: Titles we suggest for all ages.
- Visit: The Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum.
- Explore: Librarian-curated resources.
Titles we suggest
More to explore
- Reading lists for kids: Titles by Native American & First Nation creators
- Stream on Kanopy: Films and documentaries
- Available on Hoopla: Ebooks, digital audiobooks, movies, music, and comics
Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum
Use your Oak Park Public Library card to request a Museum Adventure Pass to the Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum (formerly the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian) in Evanston. A pass admits two people for free for regular museum admission.
Online resources to explore
Get access to subscription-based resources that Google can’t offer, with your Oak Park card and PIN:
- American Indian History (for adults and teens): Get fast access to more than 15,000 years of culture and history, covering more than 600 Native American groups.
- PebbleGo Next (for grades 3-5): Explore American Indian history with informational articles featuring engaging multimedia, interactive lessons and games, and literacy supports for students of all abilities.