Black History Month
The Long Beach Public Library is proud to celebrate Black History Month (BHM), nationally recognized every February.
The Library's local theme, "For the Culture," honors and showcases the richness of Black history and culture. "For the Culture" is a series of educational and entertaining events, as well as thought-provoking and inspiring activities that highlight Black love, self-identity, self-care, art, and joy within the Black community.
Visit the Long Beach Public Library during February to check out the amazing programs and events happening!
Staff Picks
As a public library, LBPL endeavors to be a space that promotes equity and inclusion for all communities, as well as the freedom to read. Conversations on race and culture can be challenging, difficult, and at times, uncomfortable. Books highlighted during cultural heritage months may be perceived as controversial and do not necessarily represent the views of all LBPL staff or the City as a whole.
Author Talk Archive
Watch the Library's recorded interviews with bestselling authors like Tananarive Due on Black horror and Afrofuturism, Jason Mott's Hell of a Book, Vanessa Riley's charismatic take on 17th century female pirates, and Black women's magic with Dr. Lindsey Stewart.
Qwest TV Collection: Black and Global Music
From bebop to hip hop, Qwest TV is a growing video archive that features live performances, documentaries, and interviews for all kinds of music genres from around the world.
As a public library, LBPL endeavors to be a space that promotes equity and inclusion for all communities, as well as the freedom to read. Conversations on race and culture can be challenging, difficult, and at times, uncomfortable. Books highlighted during cultural heritage months may be perceived as controversial and do not necessarily represent the views of all LBPL staff or the City as a whole.
