The Santa Monica Public Library will present an introduction to the Mexican Presence in Santa Monica Project on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 1 to 3 p.m.
The event takes place in the Main Library's Multipurpose Room at 601 Santa Monica Blvd. as part of Santa Monica's 150th anniversary celebration, highlighting Mexican American contributions to the city's founding and history.
Community members are documenting the rich cultural history, genealogy and influence of Mexican American families in Santa Monica through historic images, oral histories and primary resources. Attendees will see highlights from the collection in the library's Imagine Santa Monica local history database and learn how to contribute their family's story.
A meet-and-greet with light refreshments will follow the presentation.
The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit smpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events.
The Main Library is wheelchair accessible and welcomes people of all abilities. Those needing special accommodations should call Library Administration at (310) 458-8600 at least one week prior to the event.
Secure bike parking is available, and visitors can ride the Big Blue Bus to the library. Plan trips at bigbluebus.com.
The Santa Monica Public Library serves as a community cornerstone, providing resources and services that inspire patrons while fostering literacy, lifelong learning and civic engagement with a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
Edited by SMDP Staff