The Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library, serving residents since April 21, 1974, has reached a significant historical milestone as it commemorates the 50th anniversary of library service; and
Whereas, the Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library is named after Paul Laurence Dunbar, an American poet, novelist and short story writer, and Jupiter Hammon, the first African American poet to be published in the United States; and
Whereas, the library features the area’s largest collection of African American literature and materials focusing on African-American culture and history; and
Whereas, the library has served the community in its present location since 1996, flourishing and growing to 10,000 square feet, housing a collection of more than 21,000 items, and offering the community meeting space and access to public computers; and
Whereas, the Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library is dedicated to improving opportunities for children, families, and all residents of the Dunbar Community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE Board of County Commissioners of Lee County, Florida does hereby commemorate this milestone, and we invite Lee County citizens and visitors to participate in the event planned in honor of the Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library’s 50th anniversary on Saturday, April 20, 2024, and visit this impactful community library.
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