News12 New York
N12 Originals
Numbers & Links
Local
Crime
Weather
NYC Politics
Rebuilding Brooklyn

Jay-Z visits new Brooklyn Public Library exhibit highlighting his legendary influence, history

Through hosting the free multimedia interactive exhibit, the library hopes to inspire the next generation.

News 12 Staff

Jul 14, 2023, 12:22 PM

Updated

Share:

More Stories

Brooklyn-born artist Jay-Z was honored Friday with a huge art installation at the Brooklyn Public Library's central branch.

"The Book of Hov" is the library's latest exhibition dedicated entirely to Jay-Z. The experience starts before visitors enter, with the rappers' lyrics taking over the building. The exhibit features thousands of pieces showcasing his life.

Through hosting the free multimedia interactive exhibit, the library hopes to inspire the next generation.


Jay-Z arrived at the Brooklyn Public Library on Friday afternoon to take in the exhibit dedicated to his decades of hip-hop impact.

MicrosoftTeams-image (18) (1).png



"It's really important that the exhibit be available to people from all walks of life," says Christine Schonhart, the director of the library.

From his albums to his music videos and scenes from the past, the library wants people to fully immerse themselves in Jay-Z's life.

The exhibit is open during regular library hours and is anticipated to be open through the fall.

More Stories

Top Stories

App StoreGoogle Play Store

info

Newsletter

Send Photos/Videos

Contact

About Us

News Team

News 12 New York

follow us

Twitter

Facebook

Instagram

more resources

Optimum Corporate

Optimum Service

Advertise on News 12

Careers

Content Removal Policy

© 2026 N12N, LLC

Privacy Policy

Terms of Service

Ad Choices