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The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture has invited a diverse group of university and independent scholars, graduate students, community archivists, librarians, and public historians, to consider the next century of Black Studies. Join us on Monday, November 16 through Wednesday, November 18, for our Next Century of Black Studies Conference-an in person and virtual event. Registration opens on Tuesday, October 13 at 12 PM.

Adults, Culture Seekers, Educators Event Details This program will be presented in-person at the Tompkins Square Library. Please join author/performer Elyssa Maxx Goodman and the Tompkins Square Library for an exciting panel discussion about drag's contributions to New York City culture, from the artists living it now: Harmonica Sunbeam, Untitled Queen, and Pink Pancake.

Everyone is a main character at the Library! This summer, head to your nearest branch to discover all the ways you can read, learn, and have fun with NYPL-from free programs to awesome books, and so much more! For Kids: What's Your Story?

Location Fully accessible to wheelchairs In-Person & Livestream Tickets available Harvard professor Danielle Allen had an unexpected encounter in Sussex, England: she came across a rare parchment copy of the Declaration of Independence hidden among the historical records at the West Sussex Record Office in Chichester. The document led her to uncover a long-hidden story that changes how British and American history is understood.

June 1, 2026-The New York Public Library and TALEA Beer Co. today announced "Liberty Lager," a limited-edition beer inspired by George Washington's recipe. This announcement comes as the Library launches " 250 Years: Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness," a system-wide initiative marking the nation's 250th anniversary.

In-person registration for this event is full. Sign up for our bi-weekly NYPL Events e-newsletter to stay updated on the latest programs and events from the Library. In his new book, The Fourth Branch, Daniel Squadron-co-founder of The States Project, an initiative that organizes support for state legislatures, and former New York State Senator-argues that the real site of change, and the greatest opportunity for impact, lies closer to home.

Location Fully accessible to wheelchairs Tickets available for In Person & Livestream Author Nicolas Niarchos joins us to discuss his new book, The Elements of Power, which tells the story of the war for the global supply of battery metals-essential for the decarbonization of our economies-and the terrible, bloody human cost of this badly misunderstood industry.

To join the event in person |Please register for an In-Person Ticket. Doors will open 30 minutes before the program begins. For free events, we generally overbook to ensure a full house. Priority will be given to those who have registered in advance, but registration does not guarantee admission. To join the event online | Please register for an Online Ticket. A livestream of this event will be available on this NYPL event page.

Beginning in the 1940s, diners in New York City were consistently owned and operated by people of Greek-descent. They were both a familiar and beloved institution in the city and beyond. In 1976, photojournalism student Kay Zakariasen visited many of them to interview and photograph the Greek immigrants who worked there. In 2022, Zakariasen donated the photographs and interview transcripts to the Library where they are held in the Manuscripts and Archives Division.