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Add Your Voice to the Installation

Take a stand against censorship by reading the titles and bits of words from banned books. Contribute to the recording between now and May 1st to be included in the August opening. Neighborhood recording sessions in Chicago and Cleveland will be posted soon. You may also contact inventoryoflostbooks@gmail.com for more information, to schedule a recording time, or to find out how you can assist with the project.

Inventory of Lost Books

Did you know that nearly 4,000 books have been banned in school districts in the United States in 2024 and 2025? And that marginalized voices are suppressed by banning books that reflect diverse experiences? Would you like to help raise awareness about banned books and motivate others to take action?

Download the list of banned books

Conceived and created by Ohio-based book artist, Amanda Love, and NON:op sound artist, Christophe Preissing, Inventory of Lost Books is a series of four installations connected via an historical narrative about book suppression and possible futures. This participatory performance/installation will take place in Chicagoland beginning in August 2026.

Recording Partner Sites

Sign up to record your voice at one of the following locations. Want to set up a recording site in your neighborhood? Contact inventoryoflostbooks@gmail.com for more information or to assist with the project.
Hyde Park: Augustana Lutheran Church
5500 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago
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West Garifeld Park: Legler Regional Library
115 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago
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North Lawndale: Theatre Y
3611 W Cermak Rd, Chicago
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