Published on February 27, 2026
Programs, book lists, and activities are available throughout March.
SAN ANTONIO (February 27, 2026) – The San Antonio Public Library (SAPL) invites the community to celebrate the vital role of women in history throughout the month of March. This Women’s History Month, SAPL will honor the contributions of women around the world through book lists, movie screenings, special programs, and more.
Dive into SAPL streaming platform Kanopy’s curated Women’s History Month list for access to a wide range of movies and TV series about major figures and films directed by women.
SAPL Women’s History Month Events
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Legacy of Influence: Honoring the Women of San Antonio ISD
This exhibit highlights the lives of women who contributed to San Antonio’s rich history and have had schools named for them within the San Antonio Independent School District. This exhibit seeks to preserve their memory and restore their place in the city’s shared history.
Mission Branch Library, 3134 Roosevelt Ave., 78214
On Display through March 30.
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Changing Gears: The Women Who Redefined What a Racing Driver Could Be
Join award-winning motorsport historian Elizabeth Blackstock as she highlights some of the most influential women who transformed their respective sports throughout racing’s past.
- Pan American Library, 1122 W. Pyron Ave., 78221
March 10, 6 – 7 p.m. - Thousand Oaks Library, 4618 Thousand Oaks, 78233
March 19, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. - Cody Branch Library, 11441 Vance Jackson Rd., 78230
March 20, 4 – 5 p.m. - Westfall Branch Library, 6111 Rosedale Ct., 78201
March 22, 4 – 5 p.m. - Great Northwest Branch Library, 9050 Wellwood, 78250
March 30, 5 – 6 p.m.
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Breaking the Grid: The Five Women Who Entered Formula 1
Join award-winning motorsport historian Elizabeth Blackstock for an exploration into the lives of F1’s fastest women. Among them are Olympians, kidnapping victims and LGBTQ+ trailblazers.
- Collins Garden Branch Library, 200 N. Park, 78204
March 14, 2 – 3 p.m. - Encino Branch Library, 2515 E. Evans, 78259
March 17, 4 – 5 p.m.
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Breaking the Ban: How Women Fought for the Right to Race
Join award-winning motorsport historian Elizabeth Blackstock for a fascinating look at the ways women were barred from competing in races and how those women fought back.
Bazan Branch Library, 2200 W. Commerce, 78207
March 15, 4 – 5 p.m.
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To view all of SAPL’s events, or for more information about Women’s History Month, visit the library website.
For more information about San Antonio Public Library, including locations and services, visit MySAPL.org. Library staff is available by phone at 210-207-2500 or by chat at Ask.MySAPL.org.
