Celebrating Black History Month
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Upcoming Events for Black History Month
Join us for free online events and explore reading lists for all ages that honor and celebrate the lives, heritage, culture and contributions of Black Americans.
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Madam Vice President
The first woman, first African American, and first Indian American was sworn in to office on January 20, 2021.
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Rest In Power
Browse our curated reading list for recently fallen heroes: Cicely Tyson, Hank Aaron, John Lewis, Katherine Johnson, Chadwick Boseman.
Books: Honoring the Past Inspiring the Future
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Our Stories
See more of what we're up to at HPL in our blog section.
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Cicely Tyson 1924 - 2021
Film and stage performance would not be the same today without this legendary icon.
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Jewel of the Fourth Ward
The African American Library at the Gregory School in the Historic Fourth Ward.
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Bailey C. Moore
Discover Houston talent at HPL! We have featured authors that represent all walks of life in the Bayou City.
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