Chicago Public Library is turning 150 and we have stories to tell. This six-episode limited series takes us on a journey – from building a library after the Great Chicago Fire to reimagining what libraries could be. Along the way, we will meet different Library People: librarians, patrons, authors, and so much more. Each episode will bring a mix of voices and stories found in Chicago’s 80+ branches that make Chicago Public Library a city treasure and a leader in the space.
Join us as we go behind the scenes, get an insider’s view of how libraries work and come away with a renewed appreciation for why they matter more than ever.
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Chicago Public Library is turning 150 and we have stories to tell. This six-episode limited series takes us on a journey – from building a library after the Great Chicago Fire to reimagining what libraries could be. Along the way, we will meet different Library People: librarians, patrons, authors, and so much more. Each episode will bring a mix of voices and stories found in Chicago’s 80+ branches that make Chicago Public Library a city treasure and a leader in the space.
Join us as we go behind the scenes, get an insider’s view of how libraries work and come away with a renewed appreciation for why they matter more than ever.
Library For The People - Igniting Minds, Transforming Communities: Chicago Public Library's 150-Year Journey
Library for the People
3 minutes 30 seconds
2 years ago
Library For The People - Igniting Minds, Transforming Communities: Chicago Public Library's 150-Year Journey
Delve into the captivating history of the Chicago Public Library as it celebrates its remarkable 150-year milestone. In this thought-provoking and immersive six-episode limited series, host Alison Cuddy takes listeners on an extraordinary journey, from the library's inception after the devastating Great Chicago Fire to its innovative role in shaping the future of libraries. Join us as we meet the extraordinary individuals, from librarians to patrons and authors, who have contributed to making Chicago Public Library a true city treasure. With diverse voices and captivating narratives drawn from Chicago's 80+ branches, this podcast offers an insider's view of the library's inner workings and highlights its vital role in society today. Prepare to be inspired and gain a renewed appreciation for the enduring significance of libraries in our rapidly evolving world.
Library for the People
Chicago Public Library is turning 150 and we have stories to tell. This six-episode limited series takes us on a journey – from building a library after the Great Chicago Fire to reimagining what libraries could be. Along the way, we will meet different Library People: librarians, patrons, authors, and so much more. Each episode will bring a mix of voices and stories found in Chicago’s 80+ branches that make Chicago Public Library a city treasure and a leader in the space.
Join us as we go behind the scenes, get an insider’s view of how libraries work and come away with a renewed appreciation for why they matter more than ever.
