Introducing the Dorothy Vena Johnson Black History Collection
Past Event
Sat, Mar 21 2026
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
About the Event
Join us in honoring the Dorothy Vena Johnson Black History Collection, established by Miriam Matthews, the first African American librarian for the Los Angeles Public Library, as we welcome it to its new home at the Baldwin Hills Branch. This move ensures greater visibility, access, and long-term stewardship of this vital Black history collection.
Schedule:
- Program: 12 noon - 1 p.m.
- Open House: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
For disability-related accommodations, please call (213) 228-7430 at least five business days prior to the event. The City will make every effort to accommodate requests received with less notice.