Are You a Librarian? The Untold Story of Black Librarians

Are You a Librarian? uncovers the hidden legacy of Black librarians—from the era of slavery and segregation to today’s battles over book bans and intellectual freedom. Through powerful interviews, archival footage, and expert insights, the film tells the story of how Black librarians transformed underfunded, segregated spaces into vital cultural and educational hubs for their communities.

All are welcome! This event is perfect for documentary film enthusiasts, Civil Rights and social equity advocates, students and teachers of history, education, social justice, or library science, and the general public.

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Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, United States

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