Black History Month Celebration 2025 with the Library District

Black History Month celebrates the diverse voices, histories, perspectives, and experiences of the Black community, and each February, we honor its rich culture and significant contributions to every aspect of American life. 

We invite you to learn more by exploring the Library District's wide variety of FREE events and programs for kids, teens, and adults. From live concerts and dance performances, to author visits, art exhibits, and craft classes, you will find something for everyone at our 25 unique branches!

Below, we’ve compiled a selection of acclaimed booksmusic, and movies that you can check out, download, or stream. You will also find educational and entertaining online resources that you can browse 24/7 with your FREE library card!

Don't have a library card yet? No problem! You can #GetCarded on our website for instant access to our many programs and resources that will help you continue to discover the vast contributions of Black Americans all year long.

Featured Events:


                           

Celebrate Black History Month Through Dance and Music

Saturday, February 1 at 3 p.m.

Summerlin Library   

                           

Message from the Elder with Reverend MMoja Ajabu

Friday, February 7 at 7 p.m.
West Las Vegas Library

                           

Street Corner Renaissance | A Capella Doo-Wop Singers!

Friday, February 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Windmill Library

Saturday, February 8 at 2 p.m.
Whitney Library

Saturday, February 8 at 7 p.m.
West Charleston Library

Sunday, February 9 at 2 p.m.
Clark County Library        


             

Black Girl Magic | Presented by Vegas City Opera             

Friday, February 21 at 7 p.m.
Windmill Library     

Saturday, February 22 at 3 p.m.
West Charleston Library

Sunday, February 23 at 3 p.m.
Summerlin Library

Featured Gallery Exhibits:



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Downloadable Content from Hoopla:


Immerse yourself in Black History Month with a variety of films, documentaries, and books, all showcasing Black voices, culture, and history. hoopla offers access to a vast collection of books, videos, and music, all free with your library card. 



Explore HistoryMakers for Free with Your Library Card:


View & listen to oral histories of historically significant Black Americans.


Staff Recommendations:

Celebrating Black History Makers











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Hidden History: A Guide to Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month, this list contains some of the most important literary and historical contributions from people of African descent from the continent and the diaspora.











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Historical Children's Books to Celebrate Black History Month

 











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YA Reads by Black Authors You Shouldn't Miss!

Excellent stories that will have you hanging on by the edge of your seat! (Most titles are available in print, e-book, and e-audio formats).











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Must-See Black Cinema

Check out these critically acclaimed Black cinema classics from our collection (streaming is available too).











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Contemporary Black Authors You Should Know

Read some of the best fiction and nonfiction by contemporary Black authors, including books in every genre from literary fiction to personal memoirs from Penguin Random House. Also available in downloadable eBooks and eAudiobooks.











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