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Celebrate Black History & Culture at the Library

Join us for a special lineup of programs and events throughout February in celebration of Black History Month! This year marks a milestone: 100 years since our nation first began officially commemorating Black history, culture and achievements.

From interactive celebrations to hands-on arts and crafts, classic film screenings and more, explore experiences that highlight the history, rich culture and lasting contributions of African Americans across our nation.

Virtual Art Exhibitions
Explore the Library's Art Collection at Home

Experience the Library's Permanent Art Collection from the comfort of your home with our Virtual Exhibitions. Each exhibit showcases high-resolution scans of artwork by diverse artists, including Purvis Young, Elizabeth Catlett and more.

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Scavenger Hunt - Black History Month
Fri, Feb 06, 9:30am - 6:00pm
Northeast Dade-Aventura Branch
Get ready to search, think, and read in this exciting scavenger hunt! Pick up a log at the Children's Desk and get ready to search for hidden pictures of Black History figures. Complete the hunt and earn a prize! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 6-12 yrs.
Ruby Bridges Backpack - Celebrating Black History Month
Fri, Feb 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Miami Springs Branch
Create a backpack to symbolize the impact Ruby Bridges played in history. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 6-11 yrs.
Scavenger Hunt - Black History Month
Sat, Feb 07, 9:30am - 6:00pm
Northeast Dade-Aventura Branch
Get ready to search, think, and read in this exciting scavenger hunt! Pick up a log at the Children's Desk and get ready to search for hidden pictures of Black History figures. Complete the hunt and earn a prize! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 6-12 yrs.
Honeycomb Art - Celebrate Black History Month
Sat, Feb 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Miami Beach Regional
Learn about the inspiring Black leaders who changed history through their commitment to environmental and nature activism. Create a piece of art inspired by these trailblazers and the amazing natural wonders they studied or protected. While supplies last. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 12 yrs.
Percussion and Drumline Workshop - Celebrate Black History Month
Sat, Feb 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Coral Gables Branch
Learn basic drumline cadences and performance techniques with guidance from experienced instructors. Bring everything together in a final performance, where you will use a variety of percussion instruments, including the African xylophone, snare and bass drums. Made possible by the City of Coral Gables. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages. All ages.
Artblazers Workshop: Story Quilts Inspired by Faith Ringgold - Celebrate Black History Month
Sat, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northeast Dade-Aventura Branch
African American artist Faith Ringgold dreamed of freely flying and dancing! She created many colorful story quilts about her memories, her dreams and the civil rights movement. In this class, children will create their own story quilt designs influenced by memorable, positive life moments. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 5 -12 yrs.
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Who Am I? Video Series

Who Am I? - Oscar Micheaux
Who was Oscar Micheaux? He was a homesteader, an author, the first major African American feature filmmaker and more.

Who Am I? - Zora Neale Hurston
Who was Zora Neale Hurston? She was Barnard College’s first Black graduate, an author of the Harlem renaissance and more.

Who Am I? - Madam C.J. Walker
Who was Madam C.J. Walker? She was an entrepreneur, the first female self-made millionaire and more.

Who Am I? - Bessie Smith
Who was Bessie Smith? She was a roller-skating champion, singer and songwriter, Empress of the Blues and more.