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Two images stitched together. The left photo shows Dr. Justina Ford holding a child. The right photo shows her standing outside with an unnamed man and woman.

Research

Justina Ford: Denver’s First Female & Black-American Physician

Portrait of Aretha Franklin in a dress with her arms gently opened

Music

Aretha Franklin, A Queen Who Served Her People

A black and white portrait of Carter G. Woodson

Research

Carter G Woodson: The Civil Rights Activist Who Started Black History Month

ProQuest Historical Black Newspapers featuring protest images, including Ms. Rosa Parks

Cultural Inclusivity, Equity, Library News, Research

New in 2022: ProQuest Historical Black Newspapers

Juanita Gray

Library Events

VIDEO: 2021 Juanita Gray Community Service Award Presentation

Juanita Gray Community Service Awards - announcement of winners

Library News

Denver Public Library honors African American leaders during annual Juanita Gray Community Service Awards

Black Hair it's all good image

Books

Black Hair: It's All Good

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