How to Build a Library
Two intrepid Nairobi women decide to transform what used to be a whites-only library until 1958 into a vibrant cultural hub. Along the way, they must navigate local politics, raise millions for the rebuild, and confront the lingering ghosts of Kenya’s colonial past.
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How to Build a Library
- Overview
- Crew
Status
Released
Release Date
Jan 26, 2025
Runtime
1h 43m
Genres
Documentary
Original Title
How to Build a Library
Production Companies
Circle & Square Productions, Artemis Rising, Fork Films, One Story Up Productions
Director
Maia Lekow
Description
Two intrepid Nairobi women decide to transform what used to be a whites-only library until 1958 into a vibrant cultural hub. Along the way, they must navigate local politics, raise millions for the rebuild, and confront the lingering ghosts of Kenya’s colonial past.
