African American History and Culture in the Bay Area
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Unsung Heroes that Helped Desegregate Public Libraries
A brief history of some of the people who fought to desegregate American Public Libraries.
Discover African American trailblazers who shaped local history and celebrate what it means being Black in the Bay today.
Read Articles By OPL Librarians
Articles by OPL librarians help you explore African American history, culture, and creativity from a contemporary perspective.
Articles
Recommended Reads on Black Experiences
OPL staff recommend memoirs, fiction, cookbooks, poetry, and more from African American authors.
Staff Lists
New at OPL
Watch Original OPL Programs on African American Experiences
Enjoy videos of original OPL programs on a variety of topics covering African American history, arts, and culture.
Videos
Noname Book Club
Noname Book Club
The Oakland Public Library is excited to partner with Noname’s Book Club to help you find the monthly selections for free.
AAMLO Digital Underground
AAMLO Digital Underground
A collection of titles from OPL's African American Museum and Library that you can read on the go.
African American Perspectives
Gale In Context: African American Perspectives
Study the history of African Americans in the United States.
