African American Research Library and Cultural Center

African American Research Library and Cultural Center It is the sixth largest branch library of the Broward County Libraries Division, a service of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners.

The African American Research Library and Cultural Center (AARLCC) provides our community with the vast resources necessary to educate this generation and future generations about the rich and colorful African, African American and Caribbean heritages, cultures and histories. This 60,000-square-foot facility, built in the heart of one of Broward’s historically black communities, is the third of it

s kind in the nation to house extensive collections related to this unique blend of cultures. The library houses more than 85,000 books, manuscripts, artifacts and documents. In addition to these resources, it features permanent and traveling exhibits, a 300-seat state-of-the-art auditorium and a computer training lab.

06/12/2026

Join us at the African-American Research Library and Cultural Center (AARLCC) on Saturday, June 20, from 7:30 PM – 9 PM for The Juneteenth Experience | AARLCC — a FREE, family-friendly evening honoring freedom, culture, and community.

🎶 Live music
📖 Inspiring stories
🎊 Fun for all ages!

Bring your friends, family, and neighbors as we come together to celebrate heritage, joy, and unity. Don’t miss this vibrant night where history meets fun!

📍 AARLCC – Fort Lauderdale, FL
💸 Free & open to the public

Let’s celebrate freedom—together! ❤️🖤💚

This program is a service of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners.

06/03/2026

Your future is waiting. Are you ready?

ASPIRE Academy is helping Broward County students turn big dreams into real opportunities through mentorship, college guidance, scholarship support, SAT/ACT prep, college tours, and career exploration, all at no cost.

Students have earned scholarships, visited college campuses, received laptops, and gained the confidence to pursue their goals.

If you're in grades 10–12, this could be your next step. Our upcoming interest meeting will be held virtually on June 4th at 6:30pm to 7:30pm and Thursday July 9th at 11:00am to 12:00pm. Email [email protected] for more information.

✨ Dream bigger. Prepare smarter. Apply today.

Tag a student who needs to see this!

This program is funded by the Helios Education Foundation and the Friends of AARLCC.

This program is a service of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners.

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06/03/2026

See what's new this week at Broward County Library http://wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?fb&p=279-967

There are 48 new bestsellers, eleven new audiobooks, 833 new children's books, and 524 other new books, including 44 that are available online.

The new bestsellers this week include "The Fix: Saving America from the Corruption of a Mob-Style Government," "View from the East Wing: A Memoir," and "The Land and Its People: Essays."

See what's new this week at Broward County Library http://wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?fb&p=279-966 There are eighteen new bests...
05/27/2026

See what's new this week at Broward County Library http://wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?fb&p=279-966

There are eighteen new bestsellers, 66 new audiobooks, 120 new children's books, and 42 other new books, including 116 that are available online.

The new bestsellers this week include "Ironwood," "Liar's Kingdom: How to Stop Trump’s Deceit and Save America," and "The Ballad of Falling Dragons."

05/20/2026

On May 20, 1865, freedom officially reached Florida.

Today, we honor Florida’s Emancipation Day—a pivotal moment when the announcement of the end of slavery was read in Tallahassee, marking a new chapter in our state’s history.

To commemorate this day, Broward County Library invites you to explore a powerful collection of oral histories preserved in our Digital Archives. These firsthand stories reflect resilience, memory, and the voices that continue to shape our understanding of the past.

Browse the oral histories here: https://digitalarchives.broward.org/digital/collection/mayday/search

Celebrate. Reflect. Remember.

This is a service of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners.

See what's new this week at Broward County Library http://wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?fb&p=279-965There are 45 new bestsellers,...
05/20/2026

See what's new this week at Broward County Library http://wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?fb&p=279-965

There are 45 new bestsellers, eight new audiobooks, eighteen new children's books, and 210 other new books, including 33 that are available online.

The new bestsellers this week include "The Fourth Option," "Purple State," and "The Daisy Chain Flower Shop."

05/19/2026

On May 20, 1865, freedom officially reached Florida.

Today, we honor Florida’s Emancipation Day—a pivotal moment when the announcement of the end of slavery was read in Tallahassee, marking a new chapter in our state’s history.

To commemorate this day, Broward County Library invites you to explore a powerful collection of oral histories preserved in our Digital Archives. These firsthand stories reflect resilience, memory, and the voices that continue to shape our understanding of the past.

Browse the oral histories here: https://digitalarchives.broward.org/digital/collection/mayday/search
Celebrate. Reflect. Remember.

This is a service of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners.

05/18/2026

The "Selma is Now" exhibition at AARLCC provides context for this current moment in American politics. Plan your visit to learn the story behind the headlines.

See what's new this week at Broward County Library http://wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?fb&p=279-964There are 34 new bestsellers,...
05/13/2026

See what's new this week at Broward County Library http://wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?fb&p=279-964

There are 34 new bestsellers, 21 new audiobooks, and 106 other new books, including 64 that are available online.

The new bestsellers this week include "The Calamity Club," "Birth Vibes: Stories and Strategies for an Empowered Birth," and "Our Perfect Storm."

Address

2650 W Sistrunk Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, FL
33311

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 8pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm

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(954) 625-2800

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