EVPL invites you to celebrate Black History Month with us this February as we look at the history of Black Americans, the advocacy led by modern Black Americans, and the central role Black Americans have played in U.S. history.
Recommended Reads
Explore our Beanstack Black History Month book lists for children, teens, and adults. Each list features books by Black authors, are about Black history, or highlights the work done by Black individuals.
And be sure to check out our Materials Talks featuring Black authors and stories:
Programs and Activities
Youth
- STEAM Club: Famous Black Scientists
Teen
- Hidden Figures Teen STEM Fest
- Friday, February 2 at 4:00 pm • EVPL Central
Adult
- Art Appreciation and Creation: Jean-Michel Basquiat
- Saturday, February 3 at 1:30 pm • EVPL Stringtown
- Film Showing: Our Story: Once the Doors Opened
- Tuesday, February 6 at 5:30 pm • EVPL Central: Watch the award-winning documentary, Our Story: Once the Doors Opened, about the Black student experience at the University of Evansville. After the screening, there will be a conversation with the filmmakers and one of the narrators.
- You may also attend this program via Zoom: https://bit.ly/3U7EeNv
- Movie Monday: Do the Right Thing (R)
- Monday, February 19 at 5:00 pm • EVPL West
- Virtual Author Talk: Jason Mott
- Tuesday, February 20 at 3:00 pm • EVPL Virtual • Registration Required
Family Fun
- Unity Quilting with Paper Squares
- Saturday, February 10 at 1:30 pm • EVPL Stringtown
- Crafty & Cozy: The Color of Friendship (NR) and Beaded Bestie Bracelets
- Tuesday, February 20 at 5:00 pm • EVPL West
Fall in Love with the Arts
Celebrate Black History Month by learning about and supporting local artists at EVPL East during the month of February.
- Friday, February 2 at 5:00 pm: Zion
- Friday, February 9 at 5:00 pm: Nana Wing
- Friday, February 16 at 5:00 pm: Mario Warren
Black History Month Matching Quiz
Discover titles by famous Black authors in our collection. Write the book’s number next to the matching author on the provided card.
Return the card to the information desk for a prize!
