The library has also compiled a list of "150 Things You Can Do ... of establishing a truly free public library, there was an initial membership fee of $1 per year, 60 cents for six months, or ...

Welcome to the first day of the year. Here’s a look back at what ... 1863: The Emancipation Proclamation took effect. 1873: Chicago Public Library opened its doors at the southeast corner ...

Black History Month is an opportunity to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and inspire the future. In Chicago, the public library serves as a hub ...