The Sutherland Lecture honors the late Zena Sutherland, Professor Emeritus and retired editor of the "Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books."

This special annual event is intended for teachers, educators, librarians and other interested adults. Co-sponsored by Chicago Public Library, the Zena Sutherland Lecture Committee and the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools.

We hope you'll join us on May 2, 2025 for the 42nd lecture with Renée Watson.