Programs & Exhibits
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Current Exhibits
Newark Vocational High School Student Exhibition
Opening Reception Thursday, May 28, 2026 6:00 PM Main Library James Brown African American Room Please join us for the opening of this exciting new... Read More
2026 Black History Celebration- What’s So Funny?!: Black Comedy in America from Vaudeville to Right Now
The James Brown African American Room at the Newark Public Library presents our 2026 Black History Celebration! What’s So Funny?!: Black Comedy in America from... Read More
Newark Public Library Digital Archive
The Newark Public Library has digitized over 50 collections and 35,000 items related to African American, Latino and Newark history! These include photographs, city directories,... Read More
2022 Black History Celebration
2022 Black History Celebration Acquired Taste: Contributions of the African Diaspora to Food Culture in the Americas EXHIBIT COMING SOON
The Philip Roth Personal Library is now open!
The Philip Roth Personal Library at the Newark Public Library is now OPEN! Visit www.prpl.npl.org for more details on the Philip Roth Personal Library and... Read More
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