Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is an annual observance on November 20th that memorializes people whose lives were extinguished in acts of anti-transgender violence.
Новая библиотека East County
в восточной части округа: новая библиотека, аналогичная по размеру Центральной библиотеке (завершение запланировано на весну 2026 года)
Multnomah County Library and Regional Arts & Culture Council announce renowned sculpture artists for Albina, North Portland and Midland libraries
PORTLAND, OR. —Multnomah County Library (MCL) and the Regional Arts & Culture Council (RACC) are continuing their efforts to bring community-centered artwork to libraries throughout Multnomah County. This work is part of the voter-approved 2020 Library building bond which will build, rebuild or expand nine library buildings. Smaller upgrades to 11 libraries are also underway as part of the Refresh projects.
Spring is here! Library staff share how they connect to nature
April is a month full of nature! It’s Native Plant Appreciation month, Plant Appreciation Day is on April 13 and Earth Day is April 22. This month, we asked our staff of color and culture how they connect with nature, plants, gardening and books.
6 women who tell our stories
The 2023 Women’s History Month theme is “Celebrate Women Who Tell Our Stories.” We are highlighting women storytellers who work in print, radio, TV, podcasts and other media.
Nueva Biblioteca de East County
Una nueva biblioteca de tamaño similar al de la Biblioteca Central (programada para completarse en el otoño de 2025)
Обновление за март 2025 года
Новости от Энни Льюис (Annie Lewis), директора Библиотеки.
JSTOR
An archive of scholarly materials from around the world. Find articles and primary sources on art, business, education, history, law, and science.
March 2025 community update
Updates from Multnomah County Library's Director, Annie Lewis.
Indigenous Peoples: North America
Robust and diverse information on the historical experiences, cultural traditions, innovations, and political status of Indigenous Peoples in the United States and Canada through these primary sources. Explore the impact of invasion and colonization and the intersection of Indigenous and European histories and systems of knowledge using manuscripts, monographs, newspapers, photographs, motion pictures, images of artwork, and more. Made possible by The Grand Ronde Fund for Native American Collections and Programs of The Library Foundation.
Expanded North Portland Library
Adding 1,500 square feet with a new Black Cultural Center on existing site (opening February 8, 2025)
Thư viện East County mới
Thư viện mới có diện tích tương đương thư viện Central (dự tính hoàn tất vào mùa Xuân 2026)
Kwanzaa with the library
On Saturday, December 16, 2023, the library’s Black Cultural Library Advocates (BCLA) hosted the community in a Kwanzaa pre-celebration at the Soul Restoration Center in northeast Portland.
15 influential LGBTQ+ people of our time
This Pride Month, the library is recognizing the LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer) communities. Through the sharing of their own experiences, talents and advocacy, they’ve become influential voices for our time.
Explore these titles curated for the participants of a Portland walking series exploring Afro-ecology, organized by Oregon Walks.
Gale in Context: Middle School
This resource is intended for middle school and high school students. It includes content based on national curriculum standards in major subject areas such as history, literature, science, and social studies.
Art Full Text
Journal articles for the fields of visual arts, including film. Search for images, information about artists, news and commentary, exhibition reviews, contemporary art, and art history on a global scale.
Getting started with newspaper research
Daily and weekly newspapers used to be one of the main ways that people found out about the world around them. People still rely on them to keep up with current events. Learn how to use library resources to find newspapers old and new.
Fall in love with events at Multnomah County Library
PORTLAND, Ore. — September 11, 2024 — Fall at Multnomah County Library brings cultural celebrations that are free for all ages and fun to enjoy! This September, come and celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, followed by Hispanic and Latiné Heritage Month. Then in November, honor Native American Heritage Month. Plus, listen in and join in moving author talks and community events.
Juneteenth at North Portland
Join us to celebrate Juneteenth at North Portland!
Facepainting starts at 4:30, before the event.
Kids Junk Orchestra will take you on a musical journey at 5:30. Fun for all ages!
At 6:30, Oregon Black Pioneers will share an all-new presentation on Black Cowboys and Black Ranchers. (For adults and teens.)
Juneteenth at North Portland
Join us to celebrate Juneteenth at North Portland!
Facepainting starts at 4:30, before the event.
Kids Junk Orchestra will take you on a musical journey at 5:30. Fun for all ages!
At 6:30, Oregon Black Pioneers will share an all-new presentation on Black Cowboys and Black Ranchers. (For adults and teens.)
Enjoy Kwanzaa with the library
PORTLAND, Or. — December 13, 2023 — Multnomah County Library invites the community to join in the festivities of Kwanzaa: a celebration of family, community and culture.
Your body is perfect just how it is because it's yours.