Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

Oak Park Public Library acknowledges that Oak Park is situated on the ancestral land of the Bodewamiadkiwen (Potawatomi), Myaamia (Miami), Oceti Sakowin, Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo), and Peoria. We honor them and thank them for their stewardship of this land. Source: native-land.ca

Your public library is here to connect you with books, videos, online resources, and learning experiences that celebrate Native American heritage all year.

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Idea Box: Native American Heritage Month
November 8-30, Main Library

This November, join us in honoring Native American Heritage Month. We celebrate the diverse values, traditions, and lasting contributions of the many vibrant Native American communities.

Visit the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian

Use your Oak Park Public Library card to request a Museum Adventure Pass to the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian in Evanston. A pass admits two people for free for regular museum admission.

Explore library-curated resources

Use your Oak Park library card and PIN to access:

  • American Indian History (for adults and teens): Get fast access to more than 15,000 years of culture and history, covering more than 600 Native American groups.
  • PebbleGo Next (for grades 3-5): Explore American Indian history with informational articles featuring engaging multimedia, interactive lessons and games, and literacy supports for students of all abilities.