Celebrating Culture

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.

October is Mi'kmaw History Month

Wi’kipatmu’k Mi’kmawey. Honouring of the Mi’kmaw Way.

Take time to honour and learn about Mi'kmaw history and culture. Learn more on the official Mi'kmaw History Month website, and explore Library events and resources on our Mi'kmaw History & Culture portal page.

The official theme for Mi'kmaw History Month 2024 is Food and its significance in Mi'kmaw culture. Learn more about the theme and download the official 2024 poster here.

Culture Days

Culture Days is happening across Canada, September 20 through October 13, 2024. Culture Days programs invite the public to get hands-on and behind-the-scenes to highlight the importance of arts and culture in our communities. Explore events, resources, and reading lists on this page, and find more ways to get involved at culturedays.ca!

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!

Lift Every Voice 10: African Heritage Month Musical Showcase

Lift Every Voice (10) is a showcase of amazing talent from our African Nova Scotian music community. Catch two performances this month!

Voices from Down Home: Artist Panel Discussion

Feb 27th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Five local artists share layered stories illuminating the strength and vibrancy of African Nova Scotian and Black Canadian life and identity

Ikebana Flower Arranging: An Exhibition

Feb 22nd - Feb 23rd | All day
Enjoy a beautiful exhibition of the art of Japanese flower arrangement, created by Miyako Ballesteros and her students.

Food Writing Across Cultures

Savour stories that celebrate food’s power to connect cultures.

New and Popular Canadian Fiction

Discover what everyone’s reading with fresh fiction from Canada’s brightest literary voices.

African Heritage: Famous Canadians

Learn about notable Canadians of African descent and their remarkable contributions.

Let's Celebrate Ramadan: Books For Kids

Celebrate Ramadan with books that teach traditions and bring your family together!

Honouring Nora Bernard: A Legacy of Justice and Change

Explore the legacy of Nora Bernard, a Mi’kmaw civil rights icon, and her enduring impact on justice in Halifax.

Our AHM 2025 T-Shirt: Celebrating Black Brilliance

Discover Halifax Public Libraries’ AHM 2025 t-shirt design, celebrating Black brilliance, resilience, and legacy every day of the year.

Celebrating Lunar New Year with Children

To help your kids better understand this unique cultural celebration, we’ve collected some fun activities to help welcome in the new year!

In The Sunroom: Faces of the Diaspora

On display from January 12 to February 22, 2025 in The Sunroom at Central Library, Faces of the Diaspora by Daramfon Morgan.
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