Black History

Each year, the Library partners with the Local Investment Commission (LINC) and the Black Archives of Mid-America to produce a series of Black History Month materials celebrating the legacies and accomplishments of notable African-Americans from the Kansas City area. The individuals featured in the 2019 series all helped break down barriers in our community, elevating and inspiring others then and now.

"Praise the bridges that carried us over" - A Local Celebration of Black History Month

Monday, January 28, 2019

Each year, the Library partners with the Local Investment Commission (LINC) and the Black Archives of Mid-America to...

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Each year the Library partners with the Local Investment Commission (LINC) and the Black Archives of Mid-America to produce a series of Black History Month materials celebrating the legacies and accomplishments of notable African-Americans who have made their mark on Kansas City history. The seven individuals featured in 2018 have left indelible imprints on our community and beyond.

Commemorating Black History in Kansas City

Wednesday, February 7, 2018

Each year, the Library partners with the Local Investment Commission (LINC) and the Black Archives of Mid-America...

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