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Queens Public Library's collections on indigenous peoples
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Queens Public Library offers a comprehensive collection of materials focused on indigenous peoples, including books, ebooks, periodicals, and multimedia resources.
- The collection covers various aspects of indigenous life, including history, contributions, fiction, social justice, health, wellness, and poetry for all ages.
- Free streaming platforms like Hoopla and Freegal offer audiobooks, TV shows, documentaries, and music created by or focused on Native Americans.
- Special attention is given to these materials during Indigenous Peoples' Day and Native American Heritage Month.
Sharon Myrie
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The library has a vast and diverse collection comprised of books, ebooks, periodicals, newspapers, and more.
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Our collections include materials that focus on indigenous people, their history and contributions, fiction, social justice, health and wellness, and poetry, and more for all ages.
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Free streaming platforms offered by QPL like Hoopla and Freegal offer audiobooks, television shows, documentaries, and music created by and or focused on Native Americans.
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While these items are available throughout the year, a special spotlight is given during indigenous people's day and native American heritage month along with special programs and curated book lists and displays for adults, teens, and children.