When Weatherford recorded a video of herself reading her book as part of the Library’s 2020 Juneteenth celebration, she recalled how the Schomburg Center Photographs and Prints Division’s collections has aided her own photo research and noted that “Schomburg realized, even in the early 20th century, that knowledge about African American people and African descendants throughout the diaspora was critical to raising anti-racist children.”
To coincide with the giveaway this spring, participating branches will be hosting storytimes highlighting children’s books about Harlem curated by NYPL staff, including special storytimes to take place at the Schomburg Centennial Festival on June 14. The giveaway is limited to one book per patron and will run while supplies last. Plus, while you’re picking up your copy, don’t forget to sign up for a special-edition Schomburg Centennial library card!
Join the Library all year long for a wide array of special events, exhibitions, and more as we celebrate this milestone and continue the legacy of Arturo Schomburg. Learn more about the Schomburg Centennial celebrations.
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