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In Kentucky, the oldest Black independent library is still making history

Western Library is the oldest Black library still independently run in the U.S. Its current librarian has made it her mission to share its history with her community.

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Eastern Cemetery honors the life and legacy of the Rev Thomas Fountain Blue

The first Black man in the country to lead a public library was honored today at Eastern Cemetery.

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First Black man to lead library in U S gets gravestone

Rev. Thomas F. Blue and his wife Cornelia Johnson Blue were honored for their contributions to Louisville's library system and the community.

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How Western Library became the first in the nation for Black Americans

A public unveiling with Mayor Greg Fischer and members of the Blue family will be held at Eastern Cemetery, on Saturday, July 16, at 1:30 p.m.

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