Library for the People

Library for the People

Chicago Public Library is turning 150 and we have stories to tell. This six-episode limited podcast series takes us on a journey – from building a library after the Great Chicago Fire to reimagining what libraries could be. Along the way, we will meet different Library People: librarians, patrons, authors, and so much more.

Each podcast episode will bring a mix of voices and stories found in Chicago’s 80+ branches that make Chicago Public Library a city treasure and a leader in the space.

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Library for the People Episode 1

Take a deeper dive into episode 1 of the Library for the People podcast: From the Great Chicago Fire Rises a Public Library.
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Library for the People Episode 2

Take a deeper dive into episode 2 of the Library for the People podcast: The Library as the Soul of the Community.

Library for the People Episode 3

Take a deeper dive into episode 3 of Library for the People: Of Book Bans and Book Sanctuaries.

Library for the People Episode 4

Take a deeper dive into episode 4 of Library for the People: How Do You Design a Public Library for the 21st Century?

Library for the People Episode 5

Take a deeper dive into episode 5 of Library for the People: Accelerators of Social Impact.

Library for the People Episode 6

Take a deeper dive into episode 6 of the Library for the People podcast: The Future of Libraries.

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Chicago Public Library's 150th AnniversaryChicago Public Library's 150th Anniversary

CPL turns 150 this year! Join us in celebrating 150 years of serving our communities.
CPL turns 150 this year! Join us in celebrating 150 years of serving our communities.
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