Desegregating Northern Virginia’s Libraries
Libraries are for everyone: the story of integrating Northern Virginia's Public Libraries.
Discover the overlooked and little-known history of segregated public libraries in Northern Virginia. Chris Barbuschak and Suzanne LaPierre, authors of "Desegregation in Northern Virginia Libraries," will discuss barriers imposed on Black residents and efforts to achieve more equitable access to library services in our area.
This program is presented in partnership with the Office of 55+ Programs at the Arlington County Department of Parks and Recreation.
Registration Required. This event will be held on Zoom. Attendees will receive the Zoom meeting information within 24 hours of the meeting.
For more information, Lib-CentralOperations@arlingtonva.us.
- Date:
- Thursday, September 28, 2023
- Time:
- 11:30am - 12:30pm
- Library:
- Central Library
- Audience:
- Events for Adults Good for Adults Age 55+
- Categories:
- Author Talk Civics & Government History
- Calendar:
- Arlington Public Library
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