Japanese Treasures
The Central Library houses an interesting variety of Japanese art. Attend an open house on April 8, 1-4:45 p.m. or the Krug Lecture Series on April 29, 12 p.m. for a closer look.
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Now@MPL
Celebrating Pioneer MPL Director Theresa West
Women’s History Month is a great time to examine the influence of women in librarianship in general, and the role of one woman in particular. Read the fascinating history of Theresa West, MPL's first female library director.
Read moreStaff View: The Romance Novel - An Abbreviated Evolution
Read about the history of the Romance Novel, the struggle for diversity and inclusion within the genre, and the right of every reader to dream of a happily ever after.
Read moreCelebrate MLK Day at MPL
In 2023 Milwaukee Public Library will again open its doors for a live celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day: United in Growth, Rooted in Community. Read more about the celebration and its history.
Read moreA History of Jones Island
Milwaukee Historian John Gurda’s new film "People of the Port: A Jones Island Documentary" chronicles the history of the small area of Milwaukee known as Jones Island. Read more about it at the library!
Read moreMPL Branch History: Tippecanoe
The history of the Tippecanoe Branch can be traced back to 1916 when it was located in the private home of Mary Moser in the Town of Lake. Renovated in 2015, the branch kept the mid-century stained glass and Manitou hanging sculpture by Guido Brink while adding a Secret Garden. Read more about it!
Read moreThe Sentinel Index
The Business and Periodicals Department of the Milwaukee Public Library’s Central Library features a unique index of the Milwaukee Sentinel newspaper, covering its founding in 1837 through 1890. Learn more about this popular index, what it contains, and how to use it.
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