Embark on a journey with us to better understand yourself and others. Take time this month to celebrate and learn about the histories, contributions, and current experiences of those around you.
The stories highlighted here act as windows into other cultures and mirrors of our own experiences. Source: By Rudine Sims Bishop, The Ohio State University. "Mirrors, Windows, and Sliding Glass Doors" originally appeared in Perspectives: Choosing and Using Books for the Classroom. Vo. 6, no. 3. Summer 1990.
Native American Heritage Month (November)
Native Knowledge 360° National Museum of the American Indian
NK360° provides educational materials for students & teachers that incorporate Native narratives & accurate histories about Native America.
Turtle Island: Native American Heritage Month
Nov 1st - Nov 30th | All day
Read about different tribes' origin stories of Turtle Island - a name used by some Indigenous peoples of North America to refer to the…
Transparent Language & Culture Blogs
Led by teams of native speakers & educators, blogs provide a platform in which current events & cultural topics can be discussed.
Museum in a Box: American Indian Life & History
Teachers and students, enhance critical thinking skills and encourage engagement with history in exciting and creative ways.
The Ohio Country (Podcast Series)
This podcast series from WYSO Public Radio provides context on history of Ohio. Includes stories from Miami, Shawnee & Wyandotte peoples.
Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks Now World Heritage Site
The Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks are Ohio’s first World Heritage Site and the 25th World Heritage Listing in the United States.
Of Maps and Mounds: So You Think you Know Westerville?
We used old surveying equipment to try and locate an indigenous peoples' mound found on an old handwritten map from 1935.
Learn 20+ Indigenous or Endangered Languages (Online Course)
From Cherokee to Dakota, learn how to speak a variety of Indigenous languages.
American Indian History
Explore the stories and culture of North America’s Native communities spanning over 15,000 years of history.
Mango Languages
Start a conversation. Or sixty. Choose from over 60 world languages including English language courses.
Native American Heritage Month (DVDs)
Celebrate this November with stories featuring themes, plots or characters that connect with Native American diverse stories & experiences.
Native American Heritage Month (Audiobooks)
Celebrate this month with stories featuring themes, plots or characters that connect with Native American diverse stories and experiences.
Native American Heritage Month (CDs)
Celebrate Native American Heritage month with songs featuring themes, sounds, or artists that connect with diverse stories and experiences.
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month (Kids & Families)
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with stories celebrating members of indigenous communities.
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month (Teens)
Celebrate Native American Heritage month with these teen reads.
Native American Heritage Month (Streaming Movies)
View a collection of films honoring Native American history and heritage.
Native American Heritage Month
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by reading some of the titles listed below.
Native American Heritage Month (Stream or Download)
Enjoy a rich array of cultural insights that honor the history and heritage of Native American communities.
Books Celebrating Indigenous Peoples Day
These books celebrate and honor indigenous American peoples and commemorate their histories and cultures.
Native American Heritage Month (CDs)
Celebrate Native American Heritage with songs featuring themes that connect with Native American stories & experiences.
Native American Heritage Month (Audiobooks)
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with stories featuring themes or characters that connect with diverse stories & experiences.
Native American Heritage Month (DVDs)
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with stories featuring themes or characters that connect with diverse stories & experiences.
Native American Heritage (Streaming Movies)
Browse this collection of films honoring Native American culture and history on Kanopy PLUS.
Native American Stories & Experiences (ebooks)
Discover stories about the lives and experiences of Indigenous Peoples of North America with Hoopla Digital.
Marvel Voices Comic Series
Originally starting as a podcast, Marvel Voices has expanded to comic format to highlight characters and creators of color in Marvel comics.
American Indian Youth Literature Award
These awards are presented every two years, to identify and honor the very best writing and illustrations by and about American Indians.
2026 Schedule of Celebrations
- February: Black History Month
- March: Women's History Month
- April: Arab American Heritage Month
- May: Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month & Jewish American Heritage Month
- June: LGBTQ+ Pride Month
- July: Disability Pride Month
- September: Hispanic Latino Heritage Month
- November: Native American Heritage Month
Juneteenth (Streaming Movies)
Juneteenth is a time to reflect on history and uplift the voices that shape our present.
Juneteenth 2025: African American History
From emotional reads to soul-stirring music and thought-provoking films, reflect on the end of slavery in the US with these media selections
Equity First: Path to Inclusion & Belonging (Online Course)
Mary-Frances discusses gender equality, racial and ethnic equity, sexual orientation equity, and equity for people with disabilities.
Celebrate Black History: Books for Teens
Celebrate Black History Month with a mix of books about Black History and stories with Black protagonists.
Juneteenth (Streaming Movies)
Juneteenth is a time to reflect on history and uplift the voices that shape our present.
Juneteenth 2025: African American History
From emotional reads to soul-stirring music and thought-provoking films, reflect on the end of slavery in the US with these media selections
Equity First: Path to Inclusion & Belonging (Online Course)
Mary-Frances discusses gender equality, racial and ethnic equity, sexual orientation equity, and equity for people with disabilities.
Celebrate Black History: Books for Teens
Celebrate Black History Month with a mix of books about Black History and stories with Black protagonists.
About This Initiative
The Westerville Public Library’s intention with this initiative is to reflect our diverse community, encourage acceptance, promote respect, expand understanding, amplify a wide range of voices, and energize community conversations. Suggestions for future celebrations welcome.Â
Heritage in this context is intended to encompass the people, places, and things that have been passed down from generation to generation.
Diverse Voices
Browse titles with perspectives & experiences of people from different backgrounds. Curated by Columbus Metropolitan Library.
Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (online course)
Explore this belonging approach, and discover how to activate it in your organization.
CultureGrams
Discover cultures of the world. Go beyond the basic facts and figures with local perspectives on more than 200 countries
Unconscious Bias (online course)
Founder/CEO of Rework Work Stacey Gordon reveals the most common forms of unconscious bias and teaches skills to effectively address them.
Diverse Voices
Browse titles with perspectives & experiences of people from different backgrounds. Curated by Columbus Metropolitan Library.
Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (online course)
Explore this belonging approach, and discover how to activate it in your organization.
CultureGrams
Discover cultures of the world. Go beyond the basic facts and figures with local perspectives on more than 200 countries
Unconscious Bias (online course)
Founder/CEO of Rework Work Stacey Gordon reveals the most common forms of unconscious bias and teaches skills to effectively address them.
Kristen C.
When she’s not working with kids here at the library, you might find her on the bike trail or baking up a sweet treat.
Mindy B.
Mindy will always bring a smile to your face, even when she's concentrating on finding hard-to-get-your-hands-on books and journal articles.
Thomas S.
Fun and friendly, Thomas is often out-and-about, bringing entertainment and energy to community events around Westerville.
Aneeza P.
Aneeza is curious about people, cultures, communities, and social and organizational structures.
Kristen C.
When she’s not working with kids here at the library, you might find her on the bike trail or baking up a sweet treat.
Mindy B.
Mindy will always bring a smile to your face, even when she's concentrating on finding hard-to-get-your-hands-on books and journal articles.
Thomas S.
Fun and friendly, Thomas is often out-and-about, bringing entertainment and energy to community events around Westerville.
Aneeza P.
Aneeza is curious about people, cultures, communities, and social and organizational structures.
