“Independent Lens” offers a look this week at one of our most cherished civic institutions: the public library. This isn’t just a story about books; it’s about people and about the power of knowledge freely given. The film “Free for All: The Public Library,” airing this Tuesday explores the very idea of free access to information for all.
From the trailblazing women of the “Free Library Movement” to the librarians of today who often face budget cuts and book bans, “Free for All” gives voice to the unsung heroes who have fought to create and maintain these vital community hubs. It examines the history of the library system in America and examines the very notion of a truly public space—one where the doors are open to everyone, regardless of background.
“Free for All: The Public Library” airs Tuesday, April 29th at 10:00 PM ET on PBS.
