Join the Library for a series of events celebrating Black History Month.
Events
Local Black Artists Gallery with Liberated Arts Movement
January & February 2026
During January and February, check out our BHM art gallery featuring art from local artists. In partnership with the Liberated Arts Movement.
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A History of Vivian Harsh Collection
Tuesday, February 3 at 7 pm
In celebration of Black History Month, the Historical Society of Forest Park and the Forest Park Public Library have partnered up to bring by an archivist from the Chicago Public Library for an illuminating presentation on the history of the Vivian G. Harsh Collection, and an overview of some of the rich materials available for public research.
One of Chicago Public Library’s three archival repositories, the Vivian G. Harsh Collection of Afro-American History and Literature documents the Black experience, with a strong focus on Chicago. Established in 1932, the collection boasts more than 60,000 rare and out of print books, hundreds of archival manuscript collections including ephemera, photographs, artworks, interviews, newspapers, and much more.
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Our Voices, Our Stories Children’s Book Fair
Saturday, February 21 from 2-4 pm
We celebrate Black History Month with a showcase of local Black authors and artists. There will be face painting, snacks, and a drawing for a book bundle. Designed for children of all ages and their families
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Art & Flo
Thursday, February 19 at 6:30 pm
Art&Flo, in partnership with the Liberated Arts Movement, is an opportunity to connect and create in community. Unlike typical paint and sip classes, everyone will be encouraged to design their own pieces and go with the flow. Music and creative prompts will be used to help guide attendees throughout the event. However, there’s no wrong way to create art so trust yourself and the process. Afterwards, everyone is invited to share what they created. Art supplies and light refreshments will be provided.
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Resources
National Museum of African American History & Culture Black History Month Digital Toolkit
DuSable Museum Black History Month Events
Forest Park Black History from the Historical Society of Forest Park
Beloved Community Quilt
On view at the Forest Park Public Library during the month of February. These quilts were created with squares made by community members during Black History Month in 2021 and 2022.
