To celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the City Archives at the New Orleans Public Library, staff created an exhibit to feature the contributions of nine City Agencies to the collections held at the City Archives. Each exhibit will show the historically significant, impactful, and interesting materials the agencies have transferred to the Archives.
The last days of summer are swiftly approaching, but there’s still dozens of great activities, events, resources, and more at the Library for tweens and teens –– including free RTA passes.
Last month, we celebrated the achievements of 85 adults who received their diplomas during the 15th annual Greater New Orleans Adult Education Graduation. The graduating class successfully passed their HiSETs – a high school equivalency exam similar to the GED – after attending one of a number of adult education programs, including the 13 students Library services.
Library associate Jillian Oliver reviews the 2018 biopic “Mary Shelley,” starring Elle Fanning and available to stream for free on Kanopy.
Every June, LGBTQ+ communities across the United States celebrate Pride Month. Now known for energetic celebrations like parades, festivals, and parties, Pride began as a political demonstration when riots broke out at the now legendary Stonewall Inn.
Over the past five years, an unlikely venue has become one of drag queen Laveau Contraire’s favorite places to perform: the Library.
Honor the legacy of Juneteenth by reading, watching, or listening to a Library title. Or, celebrate in person with at Rosa F. Keller Library.
Celebrate Pride Month this year with these fun and developmentally appropriate books to help kids learn about the LGBTQIA community.
The New Orleans Public Library has launched a new tool lending service, located inside the East New Orleans Regional Library.
May is Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and to celebrate, we’re taking a look through our City Archives & Special Collections to honor the history and heritage of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities in the New Orleans area.