Movie Screening:
TRIUMPH: Tampa's Untold Chapter in the Civil Rights Movement
Saturday, September 19
1:00pm - 2:00pm
John F. Germany Public Library
Cecil Beach Conference RoomJoin us for a movie screening of TRIUMPH: Tampa's Untold Chapter in the Civil Rights Movement
Synopsis: Set in 1960s Florida, this powerful documentary uncovers a hidden chapter of the Civil Rights Movement. A courageous group of Black high school students organized peaceful sit-ins at a downtown lunch counter, sparking a wave of change across the city. Their actions grew into a movement that opened restaurants, theaters, pools, and beaches to all. Through firsthand accounts and historical footage, the film brings to life the voices of ordinary people who transformed their community—and helped reshape a nation. Reccomended for Adults.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Genealogy and History |
TAGS: | #FilmScreening | | #FamilyHeritage |
John F. Germany Public Library
Today's hours
We're open 10:00AM to 9:00PM
| Mon, Aug 17 | 10:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Tue, Aug 18 | 10:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Wed, Aug 19 | 10:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Thu, Aug 20 | 10:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Fri, Aug 21 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, Aug 22 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sun, Aug 23 | Closed |
The 140,000 square foot John F. Germany Public Library serves as the reference hub and resource center for all citizens of Hillsborough County, and as the flagship library of the Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library system.
Professional staff are here to provide you with timely, accurate answers to your basic information requests and to facilitate your in-depth research-whether for school, business or personal projects. The John F. Germany Public Library is home to several comprehensive research tools and local history collections.
The John F. Germany Library also serves as the local branch library for the downtown area and surrounding communities by offering popular materials such as bestsellers, music, videos, audio books, and more to customers of all ages.
Our computer labs and PCs provide a supportive environment for electronic access and learning. Meeting rooms of varying sizes are available for public use.
A variety of fun and educational programs for children and adults are presented throughout the year. These events and classes are designed to increase research and computer skills, facilitate information access, and foster the love of reading.
For art lovers, a permanent art collection enhances the ambience of the environment, including the Bella Apollonia sculpture, and rotating exhibits in the Louise & Arnold Kotler Art Gallery on the second floor, exhibits the work of local and regional artists.
If you like books and bargains, visit Grover's Corners, the Friends of the Library Bookstore, located on the first floor.