Monday, March 31 is César Chávez Day. The library will be closed to honor his legacy. Who was César Chávez and why do we commemorate him on March 31?
Chávez was a labor activist and leader who championed farm workers' rights and civil rights for Mexicans and Mexican Americans. With Dolores Huerta, he founded the National Farm Workers Association (now United Farm Workers). Their work was instrumental in achieving better wages and working conditions and the right to collective bargaining for farm workers.
The library has tons of resources that can help you learn more about Cesar Chavez's life and legacy. Check out our Cesar Chavez Research Guide, and search OneSearch for even more information. Also check out this page on César Chávez's legacy from The Hub.
Did you know the library has a mural commemorating Chávez on the 2nd floor? Stop by and check it out, and learn more about the artist, Johanna Poethig.