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Did you know there is a Civic Season? Led by museums and libraries around the country, Civic Season is two weeks every year devoted to programs and events the build our civic skills between the Fourth of July and Juneteenth. Whether you are attending a Civic Season event or not, take a look at our list of books about democracy, voting, and U.S. history.

Books for Teens

Books for Adults

Make Your Voice Heard at the Library

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Your Voice Your Vote

Did you know that you can register to vote at any DC Public Library location? Or that you can submit your mail-in ballot in ballot drop boxes outside of a library near you? There are so many ways your library can help you make your voice heard. Click the button below to learn more!

Voter Registration at DC Public Libraries

Streaming Documentaries

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Stream over 30,000 movies & documentaries from hundreds of popular producers as well as thousands of independent filmmakers including collections on Politics and Current Affairs and Historical Perspectives on Kanopy Video.

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