The $150,000 Project Grant awarded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (CFDA 45.311 - Native American and Native Hawaiian Library Services) will enable the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma to update and enhance the collections and programming at the Jones Academy Library. The project will replace outdated books with new titles focused on indigenous subject matters, supporting a more relevant curriculum. In addition to expanding the library's collections, the program will offer cultural events, crafts, and afterschool activities to increase community engagement, including presentations from tribal members on Native American topics. By providing the community with updated materials and expanded learning opportunities, this initiative aims to improve access to resources that feature accurate portrayals of Native peoples.
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