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Did you know there is a Civic Season? Led by museums and libraries around the country, Civic Season is devoted to programs and events that build our civic skills between Juneteenth and the Fourth of July. It is the perfect time to get engaged in your community so take a look at our list of books about democracy, voting, and U.S. history and then check out Our City, Our Stories to learn how you can make a difference in your city, from understanding the political landscape to celebrating the diverse voices that make the living in the District unique.
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Books for Kids
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Make Your Voice Heard at the Library
Did you know that you can register to vote at any DC Public Library location? Or that you can submit your mail-in ballot in ballot drop boxes outside of a library near you? There are so many ways your library can help you make your voice heard. Click the button below to learn more!
Streaming Documentaries
Stream over 30,000 movies & documentaries from hundreds of popular producers as well as thousands of independent filmmakers including collections on Politics and Current Affairs and Historical Perspectives on Kanopy Video.
Past Events on Civic Engagement
Explore some of DC Public Library's past events related to civic engagement, democracy, misinformation and other related topics!