
National Banana Day: Unpeeling The History Of Bananas In New Orleans
When you walk into the grocery store and buy a banana, you might not think about Tulane University, Lil Wayne, Honduran immigrants, or New Orleans’ cruise terminal. But you should.

When you walk into the grocery store and buy a banana, you might not think about Tulane University, Lil Wayne, Honduran immigrants, or New Orleans’ cruise terminal. But you should.

Celebrated each year on March 19, St. Joseph Day honors the patron saint of workers and families. But in New Orleans, the tradition takes on a life all its own through the creation of St. Joseph Day Altars.

Celebrate Black History Month 2026 with the Library by participating in our annual Black History Month Art Contest.

Are you seeking a new hobby for the new year, but don’t know where to start? The New Orleans Public Library has you covered.

Looking for something to get you in the holiday spirit? With dozens of festive programs, hundreds of holiday books, and hours of music and movie streaming, the Library has you covered.

November is Native American Heritage Month and the Library has tons of books, movies, programs, and more to help you celebrate.

The New Orleans Public Library has resources, programs, and activities all year round to help your classrooms.

Spooky season has sunk its icy claws into us again and Dr. Dewey is back with a special House of Schlock Halloween double feature.

Break out your pumpkins and don your witch hats, it’s that time of year again. From scary stories to creepy crafts, eerie eats, and more, the New Orleans Public Library has everything you need to make the most of spooky season.

In honor of World Alzheimer’s Day, Library associate Henri Fourroux has recommendations of what to read to better understand dementia.