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Black History Month
February 2026
Celebrate Black History Month 2026 at Richmond Public Library! Throughout February, our libraries will host a wide range of events that highlight Black voices, stories, and experiences and bring our community together to learn, reflect, and celebrate.
Online Store Now Open
Our first design, “Endless Possibilities,” by local artist Ash Rudolph, is ready to show off on cozy tees, stylish tote bags, and more. Every purchase supports the library and helps us continue to offer programs, events, and resources to the community.
Book Club Bags
All Locations
Hosting a book club just got easier for Richmond Public Library patrons with our newly added Book Club Bag collection!
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Almost Two Years of the Memory Lab
Ben Himmelfarb
February 4, 2026
Richmond Public Library’s Memory Lab opened in May 2024, and since that time over 200 people representing a wide variety of organizations, families, and places in Richmond have used the […]...
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Black Life in America
The experience and impact of African Americans as recorded by the news media, 1704 to today.
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View Our Digital Archive
Our digital archive contains photographs and documents showing how Richmond Public Library has grown over the last 100 years.
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Get an E-Card
Looking to access one of our databases or download an eBook? No problem. Our e-card is here to help with its easy sign up available online.
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Meeting Rooms
All of our Library locations offer free public meeting rooms. These rooms are available for educational, instructional, or civic programs when available.
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Winter 2026 Guide
Discover upcoming events at Richmond Public Library by downloading and printing RPL’s What’s Happening Winter 2026 guide.
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Calendar of Events
View Richmond Public Library's full calendar of events.
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