MLK Day of Service at EPL
Honoring Martin Luther King Jr. at EPL
Each year, Evanston Public Library honors MLK Jr. Day with a spirit of service, learning, and reflection. On the holiday, the Library hosts a Day of Service, inviting the community to come together in the shared work of giving back. All month long curated booklists and thoughtful displays highlight Dr. King’s life, legacy, and enduring call for justice, equity, and community, offering opportunities for all ages to learn, reflect, and take action in ways both big and small.
Art on Display
Art on Display
On display: City of Hope: Resurrection City & The 1968 Poor People's Campaign. Third floor of the Main Library until 2/28.
MLK Day of Service Events
MLK Day of Service 1
Quiltmakers of Gee's Bend - Film Screening
Jul 23rd | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Quiltmakers of Gee's Bend explores the extraordinary lives of the women of Gee's Bend. A recent play at Fleetwood Jourdain Theatre.
MLK Day event 2
Quiltmakers of Gee's Bend - Film Screening
Jul 23rd | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Quiltmakers of Gee's Bend explores the extraordinary lives of the women of Gee's Bend. A recent play at Fleetwood Jourdain Theatre.
MLK Day of Service for Kids
Quiltmakers of Gee's Bend - Film Screening
Jul 23rd | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Quiltmakers of Gee's Bend explores the extraordinary lives of the women of Gee's Bend. A recent play at Fleetwood Jourdain Theatre.
MLK Day of Service 2025 Gallery
Looking Ahead to Black History Month
Sing Your Heart Out
Quiltmakers of Gee's Bend - Film Screening
Jul 23rd | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Quiltmakers of Gee's Bend explores the extraordinary lives of the women of Gee's Bend. A recent play at Fleetwood Jourdain Theatre.
BHM Game Night
Quiltmakers of Gee's Bend - Film Screening
Jul 23rd | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Quiltmakers of Gee's Bend explores the extraordinary lives of the women of Gee's Bend. A recent play at Fleetwood Jourdain Theatre.
Kids Books to Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Kids Books to honor the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Get inspired with these books on the lasting impact of MLK Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement.
