Yesterday we celebrated National Disability Independence Day to commemorate the 1990 signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Pictured here: Activist Connie Panzarino. Born with spinal muscular atrophy, she was forced to choose between holding a job or receiving governmental aid.

We co-hosted a convening with the Chicago Public Library at the Obama Presidential Center, bringing national library leaders together with civic leaders from Chicago to discuss the role of civic institutions in the age of artificial intelligence.

Huge congratulations to our partner the Plains to Peaks Collective, a service of the Colorado State Library and Wyoming State Library, on launching their new discovery portal.

Where did the name "America" come from? From Amerigo Vespucci, the Italian explorer who first believed that the lands Christopher Columbus sailed to in 1492 were part of a separate continent. Later, in 1705, a cartographer depicted the name “America” on a map, a Latinized version of “Amerigo.”

As we celebrate Pride Month, we’d like to highlight this historic date. On this day in 1969, as part of a crackdown on gay bars, New York City police conducted a routine raid on Stonewall Inn.

We’re excited to attend the @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social Conference week. Say hello! And come see our program manager Tania María Ríos Marrero, who is speaking on a panel on ensuring diverse stories remain accessible for generations to come. Details below.

Juneteenth was named an official federal holiday in 2021, but it has long been celebrated in honor of Black resilience and freedom.

Today at 1 p.m. ET, we're hosting a virtual coffee chat on digital accessibility in libraries. Join us for open conversation and peer learning! Register here: dpla.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Have you ever wondered about fair use? When does copyright law allow use of copyrighted material without permission? The PA Digital Rights team is hosting a free Zoom workshop on Wednesday, May 27 at 11 a.m. EST.

As we continue to explore the newest additions to DPLA, this collection from the American Jewish Historical Society caught our attention.

We’re excited to share that the Digital Public Library of America has received a $1.1 million grant from Humanity AI to ensure that libraries play a central role in shaping how artificial intelligence enters public life. Read more: dp.la/news/dpla-to...

The newest additions to DPLA continue to surprise and move us, like this remarkable piece of correspondence: On Oct. 12, 1948, members of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority penned a letter to Gladys Noel Bates — a Black school teacher and active officer of the Jackson NAACP —

May 1 is celebrated as International Workers' Day or May Day, honoring labor rights. We'd like to point you to this exhibition from the Lawrence History Center, which showcases the Bread and Roses Strike of 1912. Learn more about the strike that changed labor history: lnkd.in/gn_vqKXR

We are thrilled to welcome two new Hubs to the DPLA Hub network: the Jewish Heritage and History Hub, a partnership between the Jewish Heritage Network and the Center for Jewish History, and the Mississippi Digital Library. Read more: dp.la/news/were-we...

Cleveland Public Library and Digital Public Library (DPLA) Formally Announce New Partnership That Will “Chart a New Vision For the National Digital Collection”;  Four Foundations Contribute $3.25 Million Towards Expansion of Collection www.infodocket.com/2026/03/10/c... @dpla.bsky.social #libraries

Today we're announcing a partnership to chart a new vision for the national digital collection, which comprises over 50 million books, photos, maps, videos & more that document America’s cultural heritage. In July, Cleveland Public Library will lead the project. Press release: dp.la/news/new-par...

Have you registered for our Open Board + Community Meeting? Join us for a town hall–style gathering via Zoom on Oct. 20, 2025, as we discuss our Roundtable gatherings, introduce new team members, and preview our upcoming events. Register at: bit.ly/OpenBoardComm2025

Join DPLA for our next Open Board + Community Meeting on Oct. 20, 2025. This town hall–style gathering will take place via Zoom and include a summary of our first two Roundtable gatherings, introductions of new team members, and a preview of upcoming events. Register at: bit.ly/OpenBoardComm2025

Last week, we gathered in Charlotte for the first stop in DPLA’s national Roundtable series. We explored how libraries, community archives, and partners can work together to preserve language, history, and culture for future generations. Thank you, Charlotte—next up: Seattle!

Ever think: “I have thousands of items in Wikimedia Commons—what now?” Our Wikipedia for Cultural Heritage workshop series continues this Thursday, Oct. 9. We’ll explore how to get the most out of your uploads on Wikimedia Commons. Learn more at: https://ow.ly/WyAm50X6ae0

Today marks 68 years since the USSR launched Sputnik, the world’s first satellite, igniting the Space Race. Our Race to the Moon exhibition captures a moment of global tension, high ambition, and high curiosity. Explore the exhibit: https://dp.la/exhibitions/race-to-the-moon

Just eight days left to RSVP for the DPLA Network Summit! Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and shape the future of our work. 👉 RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfONbXRGBDvqIy7E7jR6eVlvrJPBl6CyTyMIpVpxZCsVQswkg/viewform?usp=send_form

In anticipation of DPLA's upcoming free webinar with author Jacqueline Woodson on April 25, we are featuring her picture book 'Each Kindness' for this week’s #BannedBook of the week. Register & join us on April 25 at 1pm ET. bit.ly/JWBookTalk #ReadBannedBooks #FreedomToRead

Join us on Wednesday, 4/16 for IndieLib! Co-hosted by Independent Publishers Caucus and DPLA, you can expect facilitated conversations & plans for beneficial partnerships between groups rarely in direct communication: indie publishers and librarians. Register: www.eventbrite.com/e/indielib-2...

DPLA’s Book Talk series is returning with a free webinar on April 25, 2025 featuring award-winning author Jacqueline Woodson in conversation with Jill Egan, lead curator of DPLA’s Banned Book Club. Register today: dpla.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Save the date! IndieLib is back for its second annual forum on April 16, 2025! Register today! We can’t wait to see you there! www.eventbrite.com/e/indielib-2...

DPLA’s Book Talk series is returning with a special free webinar on April 25, 2025 featuring award-winning author Jacqueline Woodson in conversation with Jill Egan, lead curator of DPLA’s Banned Book Club. Join us for the virtual conversation on Friday, 4/25 at 1 PM. See you there!

Join us Thursday, 3/27 for DPLA’s #WomensHistoryMonth showcase: Gal’s Guide Library. We’ll be joined by Dr. Leah Leach to share how & why she founded a women’s history lending library in Indiana. Register today: dpla.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

There's still time to register! Join us TODAY at 1:00pm ET for our Open Board + Community Meeting. We have some exciting updates and announcements you won't want to miss! See you there! dpla.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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