Celebrating Culture
Nova Scotia is home to a diverse community of people representing more than 100 cultures and ethnicities from all over the globe. Halifax Public Libraries is shaped by our community, and we aim to reflect the amazing traditions, experiences, accomplishments, and arts that create our shared story in Halifax. This page features a collection of reading lists, community-created content, events, virtual celebrations, and more. Check back often for new content.
June is National Indigenous History Month
This June, honour the rich history, diverse cultures, and remarkable contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.
Join us throughout the month as we highlight Indigenous voices through special library programs and collections. We invite you to reflect on, and deepen your understanding of Indigenous history and culture within our shared communities.
Celebrating Culture: All Upcoming Events
Multiple Dates
Multiple Locations
Here's what's coming up on our What's On Calendar for Communities & Culture events. We hope to see you soon!
What's On for National Indigenous History Month
Multiple Dates | June 2025
Multiple Locations
June is National Indigenous History Month! Reflect on Indigenous arts, culture, and heritage with free events at Halifax Public Libraries.
Take & Make: Wooden Flower Pin
Jun 12th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Celebrate Indigenous History Month by crafting your own wooden flower pin, created by Mi'kmaq artist, Ashley Sanipass.
Makers Gonna Make: Turtle Island Turtles
Jun 14th | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Celebrate Indigenous History Month by making Turtle Island creations in a variety of formats: flat felt, needle-felted, pompom, and clay.
Celebrating Culture: All Upcoming Events
Multiple Dates
Multiple Locations
Here's what's coming up on our What's On Calendar for Communities & Culture events. We hope to see you soon!
What's On for National Indigenous History Month
Multiple Dates | June 2025
Multiple Locations
June is National Indigenous History Month! Reflect on Indigenous arts, culture, and heritage with free events at Halifax Public Libraries.
Take & Make: Wooden Flower Pin
Jun 12th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Celebrate Indigenous History Month by crafting your own wooden flower pin, created by Mi'kmaq artist, Ashley Sanipass.
Makers Gonna Make: Turtle Island Turtles
Jun 14th | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Celebrate Indigenous History Month by making Turtle Island creations in a variety of formats: flat felt, needle-felted, pompom, and clay.
National Indigenous History Month: Indigiqueer & Two-Spirit
Explore the intersectionality of Indigenous and 2SLGBTQIA+ people, including Indigiqueer and Two-Spirit experiences.
National Indigenous History Month: Teen Picks
Celebrate National Indigenous History Month with our selection of poignant teen titles illuminating Indigenous issues, stories, and authors.
Recent Releases by Indigenous Voices
In honour of National Indigenous History Month, browse and borrow from our collection of recent releases by Indigenous authors.
Movies by Indigenous Filmmakers
The movies in this list were written, produced, or directed by Indigenous filmmakers.
National Indigenous History Month: Indigiqueer & Two-Spirit
Explore the intersectionality of Indigenous and 2SLGBTQIA+ people, including Indigiqueer and Two-Spirit experiences.
National Indigenous History Month: Teen Picks
Celebrate National Indigenous History Month with our selection of poignant teen titles illuminating Indigenous issues, stories, and authors.
Recent Releases by Indigenous Voices
In honour of National Indigenous History Month, browse and borrow from our collection of recent releases by Indigenous authors.
Movies by Indigenous Filmmakers
The movies in this list were written, produced, or directed by Indigenous filmmakers.
National Indigenous History Month Resources
The Government of Canada has created a resource to help you learn more about National Indigenous History Month and how you can participate.
Indigenous Films Available Through NFB
In honour of Indigenous History Month and beyond, we share a collection of NFB Canada films created and produced by Indigenous filmmakers.
Indigenous Life in Poetry and Prose
Learn about Indigenous literature and celebrate this diverse collection of Indigenous poetry.
Raymond Sewell on the Power of Indigenous Music
The Drum Has a Heartbeat: Pipukwes Latto’law (Raymond Gilbert Sewell), discusses the meaning of Indigenous music in his life.
National Indigenous History Month Resources
The Government of Canada has created a resource to help you learn more about National Indigenous History Month and how you can participate.
Indigenous Films Available Through NFB
In honour of Indigenous History Month and beyond, we share a collection of NFB Canada films created and produced by Indigenous filmmakers.
Indigenous Life in Poetry and Prose
Learn about Indigenous literature and celebrate this diverse collection of Indigenous poetry.
Raymond Sewell on the Power of Indigenous Music
The Drum Has a Heartbeat: Pipukwes Latto’law (Raymond Gilbert Sewell), discusses the meaning of Indigenous music in his life.