# Event Details - **Event Name**: Unbannable Library (Union Square) - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am – Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Come see these unique larger-than-life interactive books draw attention to the voices and stories most often subject to censorship.About this EventUnbannable Library (Union Square)This is a free event, but registration is required. comes to Union Square as a vibrant public art installation celebrating the freedom to read. Created through collaborations between community groups, high schools, and artist/writer teams, these unique larger-than-life interactive books draw attention to the voices and stories most often subject to censorship. Visitors are invited to turn the giant pages, encounter new works of art and writing, and reflect on the importance of intellectual freedom in our libraries and communities.Begun in 2023, the Unbannable Library now includes more than forty monumental books that stand together as a powerful statement against censorship and a celebration of the rich and varied voices of our community.Visitors can also witness ArtLords’ live mural-painting project, a collaborative public artwork celebrating freedom of expression and the power of art to resist censorship.The 2026 PEN World Voices Festival is a celebration of world literature and free expression. The 2026 edition will be the 21st World Voices Festival. Over four days, over 120 writers from over 40 countries will be featured in 40 engaging talks, panels, readings, and activations in New York City and greater Los AngelesVisit for more information about the entire festival, as well as PEN America.ACCESSIBILITY:For detailed information on accessibility in this space, or to make a request, please contact publicprograms@pen.org - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-york/unbannable-library-union-square/100001985408485225 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, festivals, fine-arts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: New York - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: Union Square (North Plaza, E 17th St at Broadway/UnionSquare W) - **lat**: 40.734929 - **long**: -73.988448 - **full address**: Union Square (North Plaza, E 17th St at Broadway/UnionSquare W), Union Square, New York, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Unbannable Library (Union Square) - **Image URL**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Unbannable+Library+%28Union+Square%29&date=Thu%2C+30+Apr%2C+2026+at+10%3A00+am&bg=1 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Unbannable Library (Union Square) being held? - **A:** Unbannable Library (Union Square) takes place on Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am to Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Union Square (North Plaza, E 17th St at Broadway/UnionSquare W), Union Square, New York, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Unbannable Library (Union Square)? - **A:** Unbannable Library (Union Square) is organized by PEN America. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Unbannable Library (Union Square) is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New York, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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