African American Museum and Library at Oakland

10/01/2026

Join us this Saturday for AAMLO Family and Kids Club from 1pm- 2pm.

Bring the whole crew for a fun day of stories, crafts, and games that kids and parents will both love!

09/15/2026

Join us for the Black Panther Party Film Series in October as we celebrate 60 years of the Black Panther Party.

Dive into rare footage that brings the spirit of the Black Panther Party to life on the big screen.

08/26/2026

On Sunday, September 13—my grandfather’s birthday—I will hold a poetry reading and book signing for my collection, 27 Years of Life, at Barnes & Noble at The Streets of Brentwood from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Geronimo Pratt spent 27 years incarcerated before being exonerated, and his life, resilience, and commitment to freedom inspired the title and deeper meaning behind my book. 

Come join us for an awesome in-person event featuring Ashaki Scott as she reads from her inspiring book, 27 Years of Life. Get a chance to meet Ashaki, enjoy an engaging reading session, and have your copy signed by the author herself at Barnes and Noble. Don't miss out on this cool opportunity to connect and celebrate her journey!

08/25/2026

We invite you to attend an afternoon of story time, board games, and arts & crafts every first Saturday of the month. This month, we will feature two book titles: Little Cliff's First Day of School, the story of children leaving behind their toys, home, and family to attend school, and Stacey's Extraordinary Words. This is a true tale about Stacey Abrams' love for words, leading her to be elected for the spelling bee event.

08/20/2026

Today's the day. We hope you join us at 5pm for an artist talk/panel discussion. Oakland City of the Stars. Oakland History.

Join us Thursday, August 20, 2026 for Oakland City of Stars and say hello to mixed-media artist Eric Murphy and his panel of guest speakers, including Black Panther’s First Tarika Lewis, and Executive Director of Bay Area Blues Society Ronnie Stewart. Oaklanders sharing Oakland history and the stories of individuals who contributed to America's history. Register at https://oaklandlibrary.org/aamloevents

08/08/2026

Join us Thursday, August 20, 2026 for Oakland City of Stars and say hello to mixed-media artist Eric Murphy and his panel of guest speakers, including Black Panther’s First Tarika Lewis, and Executive Director of Bay Area Blues Society Ronnie Stewart. Oaklanders sharing Oakland history and the stories of individuals who contributed to America's history. Register at https://oaklandlibrary.org/aamloevents

06/26/2026

Marcus Books will be selling copies for the book signing at Nichole Carr's author talk this weekend!

Don’t miss this chance to engage with one of today’s most compelling voices in journalism!

Join us for a powerful afternoon with award-winning journalist and author Nicole Carr as she discusses her new book, The Price of Exclusion: The Pursuit of Healthcare in a Segregated Nation.

In this deeply researched and compelling work, Carr uncovers the overlooked history of Black medical professionals and the systemic barriers that have shaped healthcare inequities in the United States. Blending investigative reporting with personal narrative, the book traces generations of resilience, innovation, and advocacy while examining how a legacy of exclusion continues to impact communities today.

The program will include a conversation with the author followed by a book signing.

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06/26/2026

06/06/2026

Join us tomorrow for two events as we welcome Professor Fritz Pointer for author talk and book signing and join us for AAMLO Kids Club.

02/20/2026

Join us at AAMLO for the upcoming events this Saturday at AAMLO.