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'Gypsy': George C. Wolfe's New Musical Fable
By Douglas Reside, Curator, Theatre Collection | March 18, 2025
Curator Doug Reside looks at the historical figures suggested by the 2024 revival of Gypsy.
For the Love of People: Ella Baker’s Early Life and Organizing Experiences in NYC
By Martina Schaefer, PhD, Curriculum Development, Center for Educators and Schools | March 17, 2025
Teach about Civil Rights organizer Ella Baker's impact on the Schomburg Center with primary sources, ready-to-use questions, and more.
Joan Didion and John Gregory Dunne Archive Opens at NYPL
By NYPL Staff | March 14, 2025
A trove of never-before-seen material offers an intimate, expansive look at the personal and professional lives of Didion and Dunne.
Greek American Heritage Month: Finding Your NYPL Journey
By Tereza Chanaki | March 14, 2025
Tereza Chanaki writes about how her Greek heritage connects with her work at the Library.
Learn about Ramadan with NYPL’s Teen Civics Ambassadors
By By Sarah M. and Safaa H., Teen Civics Ambassadors, Harlem Library | March 13, 2025
Teen Civics Ambassadors discuss Ramadan and their experience as teens in New York City.
Library Talks: Kenneth Roth with M. Gessen, ‘Righting Wrongs’
By NYPL Staff | March 12, 2025
Kenneth Roth, the long-time head of Human Rights Watch, talks to M. Gessen about his first book, Righting Wrongs.
Waiting for 'Sunrise on the Reaping'? Check Out These Reads for Fans of 'The Hunger Games'
By Carrie McBride, Communications | March 12, 2025
These engaging reads share overlapping themes including dystopian futures, strong teen protagonists, and survival games.
NYC Books Made at NYPL
By Laurie Beckoff, Digital Editor/Producer | March 11, 2025
Discover titles about or set in New York City that were researched or written at the Library.
Now Open (Again): The Robert Moses Papers
By Meredith Mann, Assistant Curator of Manuscripts, and Chris Arena, Processing Archivist | March 11, 2025
NYPL staff discuss the recent reprocessing of the Robert Moses papers, which provides improved description and access to this collection.
Expect the Unexpected: Memoirs of Surprising Discoveries in Genetic Genealogy
By Serena Dresslar | March 10, 2025
Memoirs offer a glimpse into the unpredictable world of genetic genealogy testing.