Juneteenth is a national holiday that celebrates the emancipation of enslaved Texans two years after the signing of the emancipation proclamation in 1863. The Center for Black Literature & Culture will offer a glimpse of the African American experience through art, literature, and storytelling.
This year’s presentation is called Liberating Minds: African American Literature and Libraries. Inspired by the literary works of Toni Morrison, Langston Hughes and other authors and artists, we are bringing together the love of music and books each speaking and telling a story of amazing culture. This year we are experiencing a wonderful selection of local authors (author fair is from 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.), the Musical sounds of Nu Destiny Christian Church Choir, exciting drop-in kids’ activities and more!
AGE GROUP: | All Ages |
EVENT TYPE: | Center for Black Literature and Culture | Book Discussion |
As the hub of the Indianapolis Public Library system, Central Library showcases renowned architecture and services. The original 1917 building, designed by Paul Cret and constructed of Indiana limestone in the Greek Doric style, was considered one of the most outstanding secular buildings in the U.S. Its six-story glass and steel-framed addition, designed by Evans Woollen, opened in 2007.
