For our first Community Read, we honor the Monacan Indian Nation who occupied this territory before Europeans arrived here. Upon consultation with them, we chose to highlight The Monacan Indians: Our Story -- an indigenous history of the tribe written by tribal members. Included with the book is an insert from Dr. Jeff Hantman of UVA explains why this little book has been so crucial for the Monacans, and why it is a history we should all know.   

Copies of the book The Monacan Indians: Our Story are available to pick up these locations:

• All JMRL branches -- Ask for the book at drive-up/curbside or during appointment service
• Victory Hall -- book swap box at the town hall office
• Darden Towe Park -- Little Free Library by the playground
• Charlotte Humphris Park -- Little Free Library by the kiosk
• Chris Greene Lake -- Little Free Library by the trailhead closest to the park entrance
• Preddy Creek Park -- Little Free Library by the trailhead
• Simpson Park -- Little Free Library by the pavilion
• Walnut Creek Park -- Little Free Library by the beach
• Mint Springs Park -- Little Free Library in the upper parking lot