Celebrate Black History Month

In February, the Library highlights ways to deepen your knowledge about Black history, including book and film recommendations, exhibitions, and art activities.

Illustration by Emily Johnson

Black History Month 2026
Event 2026.02.12
Thursday, February 12, 2026 6:00pm
Explore Kansas City’s history through The Kansas City Star's photo archive now held by the Library. Photojournalists and Library staff discuss how key moments and fi...
Adults

English Basics 1

North-East Branch | February 10 | 5:00pm
Adults

Cocktail Chronicles Book Group

Offsite Location | February 10 | 5:00pm
Teens

Tabletop Guild

Lucile H. Bluford Branch | February 10 | 5:30pm
Adults

Conversational Spanish Club

Irene H. Ruiz Branch | February 10 | 5:30pm