Multicultural resources promote cultural understanding and appreciation within our diverse community. We provide educational resources through authentic cultural realia, tools, and objects offering patrons the opportunity to engage with a variety of cultures in a hands-on way.
Realia kits & flags
Located on the Main Library’s third floor, the library’s multicultural realia collection aims to foster cultural appreciation and understanding; provide authentic resources for educators, students, and individuals; and promote inclusivity and acceptance.
Upcoming multicultural events
View library-led programs tagged as multicultural learning opportunities on our digital calendar »
Related online resources
Subscription-based resources available with your Oak Park library card and PIN:
Current events, news
- PressReader: Access more than 7,000 publications from around the world, in their original language and format.Language learning
History, culture & geography
- AtoZ World Culture: Information about world history, cultures, languages, foods, religions, and more.
- AtoZ World Maps Online: Comprehensive collection of royalty-free downloadable maps.
- African-American History: A fresh way to explore the full spectrum of African-American history and culture, covering five centuries.
- American Indian History: Fast access to more than 15,000 years of culture and history, covering more than 600 Native American groups.
- CultureGrams: Cultural information on the countries of the world, includes a States Edition with U.S. state facts.
- Ethnic Diversity Source: Full-text database dedicated to resources covering the culture, traditions, social treatment, and lived experiences of different ethnic groups in America.
- World Book: Explore World Book’s engaging content for learners of all ages, all in one place.
International film
- Kanopy: More than 30,000 feature films, documentaries, educational videos, and TV shows, from The Criterion Collection, The Great Courses, Music Box, First Run Features, Breaking Glass, Cohen Film Collection, and more.
Language Learning
- Little Pim: Language learning program designed to teach kids 0-6 a new language through videos, games, and songs. Choose from 12 languages—including Spanish, French, and Mandarin.
- Mango Languages: Reach conversational proficiency in more than 70 languages—including American Sign Language and learning English in more than 20 different native languages—good for beginners and tourists.
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