Chicago Public Library is turning 150 and we have stories to tell. This six-episode limited series takes us on a journey –... more
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The Chicago Public Library has undergone a remarkable rise since its inception a century and a half ago. In recent... more
Libraries are a form of social infrastructure, meaning they are places that shape people’s interaction with one another. From the... more
Libraries are some of the last remaining public spaces in a city, where any resident has the ability to access... more
Chicago Public Library has declared itself a sanctuary for endangered stories, establishing book sanctuaries across 77 neighborhoods and 81 library... more
Throughout history, libraries have been vibrant community spaces in a city as cultural hubs for rising Black artists and writers... more
The Great Chicago Fire in 1871 made a permanent impact on the city in a multitude of ways. One unforeseen... more
Delve into the captivating history of the Chicago Public Library as it celebrates its remarkable 150-year milestone. In this thought-provoking... more
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