Celebrate Black History Month

Posted on: February 1, 2023 | Category: Uncategorized

Black History Month bannerFebruary is Black History Month. Learn about Black history with the Hawaii State Public Library System. From award-winning picture books to insightful biographies, we have something for everyone wanting to learn about Black history and culture.

Check out these book lists put together by your local librarians:

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ALERT | In holiday observance of Presidents' Day, all public libraries will be closed from Saturday to Monday, February 14 to 16, 2026.

[ALERT FOR MARCH 24, 2026] The following libraries will be closed on March 24, 2026 while our staff assess the condition of the buildings: Mānoa Public Library, Waialua Public Library, Waimānalo Public Library,  Molokaʻi Public Library and Kīhei Public Library. Additional closures and the reopening of libraries may vary depending on when we can safely reopen to the public. Please check our website for updates. Please Take Care and Be Safe!

ALERT | In holiday observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, all public libraries will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026.

HOLIDAY CLOSURE | In observance of Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole Day, all libraries will be closed on Thursday, March 26, 2026.