Perkins Library

02/25/2026

The revolutionary struggle that began 250 years ago is still blazing forward today to remind us that all people are created equal. For , here are several revolutionary reads that celebrate Black stories and civil rights leaders.

Thanks to MBLC and Massachusetts Center for the Book for putting the list together! Books available at Perkins Library in audiobook format can be found here: https://bit.ly/45Ody9B

📕 Eyes on the Prize: America’s Civil Rights Years, 1954-1965 by Juan Williams

📕 Stolen Justice: The Struggle for African American Voting Rights by Lawrence Goldstone

📕 Boycott Blues: How Rosa Parks Inspired a Nation by Andrea Davis Pinkney and J. Brian Pinkney

📕 Black on Both Sides: A Racial History of Trans Identity by C. Riley Snorton (also available in braille)

📕 Vanguard: How Black Women Broke Barriers, Won the Vote, and Insisted on Equality for All by Martha S. Jones

📕 Turning 15 on the Road to Freedom: My Story of the 1965 Selma Voting Rights March by Lynda Blackmon Lowery

02/24/2026

Approximately 20 years ago, libraries began to embrace eBooks, helping to reshape how the world reads, learns, and discovers. 📚 Read more: https://bit.ly/3NO2O4L

Marking 20 years of eBooks: how libraries transformed access with curated collections, DRM-free access and accessibility

02/23/2026

The National Library Service is currently accepting applications for the Erica C. Vaughn Aspiring Leader Internship Program! 🧑‍🦯 Running 12 weeks in the summer, the program provides legally blind individuals opportunities to work at NLS in areas of study or interest. Remote work is available and hours are flexible.

Current or recently graduated college students and U.S. citizens are welcome to apply. Learn more about the program and apply by March 1, 2026: https://bit.ly/3SoiFqD

02/22/2026

Here are four accessibility laws from around the world, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), that all businesses should be familiar with in 2026: https://bit.ly/45lNySQ

AudioEye reports that in 2026, digital accessibility is mandatory for all online organizations, highlighting key laws and compliance standards.

02/21/2026

In 2026, to celebrate America's 250 years, the Library of Congress will be introducing both physical and digital collections, programs, and events. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4a3xzeJ

Throughout 2026, the Library of Congress invites all Americans to further appreciate the nation’s history by exploring the Library’s collections and expertise through exhibitions and programming.

02/20/2026

We hope you have been enjoying the 2026 Winter Olympics as much as we are, but are you ready to cheer on the athletes competing in the Paralympic Games starting March 6? 🏅 Here are a few athlete highlights to watch out for! What's your favorite sport to watch at the or ?

02/19/2026

As Passover approaches, JBI Library is once again making it possible for people who are blind, have low vision or have other print disabilities to fully participate in the holiday. This year’s Passover offerings include free accessible Haggadot in multiple formats, the expansion of braille options and new customization features for large print materials.

Learn more and request materials by March 3rd: https://bit.ly/4tuB8lT

Connecting anyone who is blind, has low vision, or has a print disability to Jewish life.

02/18/2026

"Love is divine only and difficult always." ❤️ Toni Morrison

In celebration of her birthday, check out Beloved or other works by Morrison in accessible formats at Perkins Library!

02/17/2026

For International Read Aloud Day, the International Literacy Agency has compiled. a list of strategies for encouraging read-alongs with children at home. 📖 Read more: https://bit.ly/4adF42W

02/16/2026

The 2026 Winter Paralympic medals feature braille! 🏅 In addition, these medals are packed with symbolism. Two halves of "discs of ice" join together representing the unifying force of athletes and their networks of families, friends, and coaches. The duality also represents the two hosting cities of Milan and Cortina and the angular design represents change and movement.

The Olympic medals are an almost identical design, but do not include braille. But, we'd love to see braille on every medal! What do you think of the design?

02/15/2026

This year's CES (Consumer Electronics Show), a massive trade show that features new technology, highlighted accessibly like never before. Read more: https://bit.ly/4q7SpyF

At CES 2026, accessibility moved to the center of the show. The article explores why the shift matters for technology leaders, investors, and the future of innovation.

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine's Day to all of our patrons and members of our community! 🩷 Share this post and let us know what's making you feel the love!