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One important
leadership role for IMLS is to act as a clearinghouse for
information. By performing needed research and by publicizing
the activities of our grantees, IMLS helps museums and libraries
nationwide improve their service. These resources demonstrate
the creativity and ingenuity of our libraries and museums.
General Information on Ordering/Downloading
To receive paper copies of any publication, please
contact IMLS at imlsinfo@imls.gov.
Links are provided to electronic versions in PDF format.
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Connecting to the World's Collections: Making the Case for the Conservation and
Preservation of our Cultural Heritage
Format: PDF Download; 3.5MB
Description:
Sixty cultural heritage leaders from thirty-two countries,
including representatives from Africa, Asia, the Middle East,
South America, Australia, Europe, and North America gathered
in October 2009 in Salzburg, Austria, to develop a series of
practical recommendations to ensure optimal collections conservation
worldwide.
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2009 National Medal for Museum and Library Service
Format: PDF Download; 1.21MB
Description: The National Medal is an annual award made to museums and libraries that have demonstrated a long-term commitment to public service through innovative programs and community partnerships.
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Museums,
Libraries, and 21st Century Skills
Format: PDF Download; 2.2MB
Description: This report outlines a vision
for the role of libraries and museums in the national dialogue
around learning and 21st century skills and includes case studies
of innovative audience engagement and 21st century skills practices
from across the country. See also the Self-Assessment Tools,
available Online
and in PDF
format (363KB)
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The
Future of Museums and Libraries:
A Discussion Guide
Format: PDF Download; 255KB
Description: The result of a two-day meeting
in which a diverse group of colleagues came together to share
and debate, this guide is designed to provide a structure for
future discussion among museum and library professionals, policy
makers, funders, users, researchers, and partners.
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Libraries
to the Rescue
Description:
This podcast series shares with libraries steps that other libraries
have taken to help their communities. The five episodes cover
a range of topics, including how libraries are increasing access
to key information through virtual libraries, the importance
of broadband access, and new partnerships to help citizens access
all types of assistance.
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