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Art in the library. Gallery exhibits change monthly and a collection features contemporary American artwork.
Library of Things. Unique items grouped in four categories: DIY, entertainment, outdoor, and technology.
Local history and genealogy. Tools to support your research.
Multicultural Videos & Programs. As a library for everyone, we are committed to diversity and developing global citizens.
Oak Park Creates. Oak Parkers novels, poetry, music, and movies.
Oak Park Oral History Project. An initiative to capture and share local oral histories through a unique online collection.
Special Collections. Specific cultural and heritage collections reflect Oak Park legacies.
Transgender Resource Collection. Information for everyone: allies, friends, family, employers, and medical providers.