Articles tagged as: Indianapolis Public Libary
July 27, 2021
Indianapolis Public Library Staff Call On CEO To Resign
Indianapolis Public Library staff called on IndyPL CEO Jackie Nytes during a trustees meeting July 26.
Read MoreJune 23, 2021
Former Indianapolis Public Library Board Member Says City-County Council Aware Of Racism, Didn’t Act
A former IndyPL board member, who was appointed to the position by the council, said councilors never asked about her experiences on the board, but when she told them about mistreatment involving racism and sexism from IndyPL leadership, nothing happened.
Read MoreJune 10, 2021
'Black Women Are Targeted': Racial Reckoning In Indianapolis Public Library
Black women who have worked as employees or board members of the Indianapolis Public Library describe a "taxing" and discriminatory atmosphere within the organization.
Read MoreJune 7, 2021
New Digital Project Takes a Look Back at Indy Parks
City officials are celebrating the newest addition to the Indianapolis Public Library's Digital Indy archive.
Read MoreFebruary 8, 2021
Indianapolis Public Library Locations Set To Reopen For In-Branch Services
Patrons will be allowed inside the facilities to use computers, browse collections, pick up items they've placed on hold, and check out materials through self-service kiosks. Programming and events will remain online.
Read MoreDecember 14, 2020
COVID-19 Concerns Prompt Indianapolis Library Restrictions
Starting on Dec. 21, the Indianapolis Library branches will restrict in-person services to curbside pickup and limited computer use.
Read MoreSeptember 18, 2020
Central Library Exhibit Features Murals Created During Protests Against Racial Injustice
WFYI's Terri Dee talks with Nichelle Hayes, leader of the Indianapolis Public Library's Center for Black Literature and Culture, about art as a way of expression against racial injustice.
Read MoreAugust 31, 2020
Libraries Getting Money For Materials On Racial Injustice
After the death of George Floyd by police and the ensuing protests, many libraries were overwhelmed by requests for materials.
Read MoreJuly 16, 2020
Indianapolis Public Library Seeking Input On Strategic Plan
The Indianapolis Public Library is developing plans to evolve operations. It's gathering public input to build those plans.
Read MoreNovember 13, 2019
Indianapolis Public Library, Indy Pride Unveil LGBTQ+ Collection And Exhibit
WFYI's Taylor Bennett talks with Indy Pride Executive Director Chris Handberg about the extensive collection named after Chris Gonzalez, the community activist and founder of Indiana Youth group who passed away in 1994.
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