Central Library
In 2023, Brooklyn Public Library presented The Book of HOV, an installation created by Roc Nation to celebrate the life and work of Shawn “JAY-Z” Carter. The Book of HOV featured never-before-seen images, art and ephemera from the artist's archives. This free, immersive experience was one of the only installations of its scope to be housed in an active public space and featured text, audio and curation by Roc Nation teams and partners.
The exhibition, spread throughout two floors of Central Library, immersed visitors as soon as they walked through the doors. Learn more about each experience in the exhibit at thebookofhov.com
On Display Now: Book of HOV Exhibition Commemorative Book
The Book of HOV exhibit drew 600,000 visitors and inspired more than 60,000 New Yorkers to get HOV library cards. The exhibition is now catalogued in a visually stunning volume featuring over 675 images showcasing thousands of archived objects from the life and work of the iconic Brooklynite.
Missed the exhibition? Flip through a copy of The Book of HOV in our reference section in Art & Music on the second floor!
Preview the Exhibit
