Libraries Remember Day
Date: September 11, 2025

Libraries Remember Day

Celebrating Libraries Remember Day is a way to reflect on the past, appreciate the present, and look forward to a future where libraries continue to be a cornerstone of knowledge, community, and resilience.

Libraries Remember Day is celebrated annually on September 11th. Here are some key aspects of this special day:

  1. Honoring the Role of Libraries: The day acknowledges the vital role public libraries play in fostering knowledge, understanding, and unity within communities.
  2. Commemorating September 11, 2001: It serves as a tribute to the victims of the September 11 attacks, symbolizing the resilience and unity that libraries represent.
  3. Promoting Library Services: Libraries host special events, activities, and programs to promote their services and remind the community of their importance.
  4. Community Engagement: Activities include book drives, open houses, special programs, candle-lit vigils, and educational programs for children.
  5. 24-Hour Library Openings: Many public libraries remain open for 24 hours on this day, offering continuous access to their resources.
  6. Free Expression and Literacy: The day emphasizes the values of freedom, literacy, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge.

Libraries Remember Day is a powerful reminder of the impact libraries have on society and the importance of preserving and promoting access to information and knowledge.