Jay-Z Celebrates 30th Anniversary of ‘Reasonable Doubt’ with New Library Card

Legendary rapper Jay-Z is set to add another milestone to his storied career as he celebrates the 30th anniversary of his seminal debut album, Reasonable Doubt. To commemorate the occasion, the hip-hop icon has announced a special collaboration with the Brooklyn Public Library, featuring a new limited-edition library card.

The commemorative card will be available to the public starting June 25—the exact date Reasonable Doubt was released in 1996—at all Brooklyn Public Library locations. The cards will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. This initiative follows the success of his 2023 Book of HOV exhibit, which previously featured a series of limited-edition cards celebrating his extensive discography.

Community Engagement and Pop-Up Exhibits

In addition to the library card release, the Marcy Library in Bed-Stuy, which served as the local branch for Jay-Z during his youth in the Marcy Houses, will host a curated display shelf featuring books personally selected by the artist. Beyond the library partnership, fans can look forward to immersive pop-up exhibits opening on June 25 in downtown Manhattan and the Dumbo neighborhood of Brooklyn. Fans are encouraged to reserve their entry slots online to experience these exclusive events.

Summer Concert Series

The Reasonable Doubt 30th anniversary celebrations extend to the stage as well. Jay-Z has scheduled a series of high-profile performances under the “Jay-Z30” banner. Following his recent appearance at the Roots Picnic in Philadelphia, he is slated to headline two nights at Yankee Stadium in New York City on July 10 and 11. The first night will feature a full performance of Reasonable Doubt, while the second night will honor the 25th anniversary of The Blueprint. Additional international and domestic shows are planned for Paris and Los Angeles later this year.

This article originally appeared on Rolling Stone.