The Latest Breaking News from Newberry

A sad plot twist for book lovers: Newberry Book Fair to be shelved

After nearly 40 years, the fair is shutting down because it doesn’t align with the library’s mission on expanding its collection, according to the interim director.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 23, 2023

Fall classical music preview: An early-music collaboration and 10 more highlights of the season

Riccardo Muti returns, Lyric Opera goes to sea and Newberry Consort joins forces for the first time with Haymarket Opera Company.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 6, 2023

Newberry Library online exhibition showcases images from the Great Migration

The slides, thought to have been produced between 1922 and 1923 by the Methodist Episcopal Church.

Chicago Sun-Times · Feb 24, 2023