Lakeland Public Library
Recent News About Lakeland Public Library
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CITY OF LAKELAND: Lakeland History & Culture Center: Who was Trailblazer Winifred "Peggy" Brown?
Winifred "Peggy" Brown (1915-2003) came to Lakeland at 11 years old from Palatka, Florida in 1926. She was a partner in her family's furniture business, Cook Furniture Company, before taking full control of the business in 1968.
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CITY OF LAKELAND: Who were the Riggins family, and what were their contributions to Lakeland?
Learn about their stories and others when you visit the Lakeland History and Culture Center at the Lakeland Public Library (Main Branch)!
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CITY OF LAKELAND: Lakeland History & Culture Center: The Kathleen Community
In 1886, a community in the northern edge Polk County applied for a post office under the name – Polish.
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CITY OF LAKELAND: February 28th marks the end of Black History Month
Be sure to check out the Library's "Communities Have Power" Flickr album (bit.ly/39dY9A4) and the "Empowered Women of Lakeland" story map (bit.ly/3hsOifm) to learn about other local black pioneers, historical places, and events that have happened right here in Lakeland!