The Grand Rapids Public Museum (GRPM) hosted a traveling exhibit from the Jim Crow Museum at Ferris State University (FSU) from June 3 to Sept. 3. The exhibit titled “Overcoming Hateful Things: Stories from the Jim Crow Museum of Racist Imagery” addressed the history and lasting impact of racism and racist policies in the U.S..
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Grand Rapids Public Library cardholders now have access to free and unlimited internet, courtesy of a hotspot lending program funded by a grant from the Wege Foundation.
Patrons will be able to use their Wi-Fi-enabled device, such as a phone, tablet or laptop, at hotspots that are available at all GRPL locations and can be checked out for 21 days. The hotspots allow for up to 15 devices to be connected to it at the same time.
“Access to reliable internet service is a struggle for many,” GRPL Director John McNaughton said. “Our goal with this program is to bridge the growing technology gap that has come into focus as more people work and learn from home.”
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The Grand Rapids Public Library is celebrating Black History Month by collaborating with local organizations, community members and businesses to present free online programs for kids and adults on its official Facebook page and YouTube channel from Feb. 2-28.
The educational and entertaining programs include:
African American Architects Part 1 with Grand Rapids
’ Isaac V. Norris, AIA, NOMA, LEED-AP
The virtual event, at 6 p.m. Tuesday, is a two-part lecture on the history of African American architects in the United States. African Americans have contributed to the American landscape of architecture despite many educational and inclusion disparities.