Language, History, and Traditions: Preserving Tribal Cultures Across the United States
December 15, 2021Here’s how Tribal organizations are using federal funding to preserve native languages and cultural traditions for the next generation.
State Library Spotlight: How ARP Act Stimulus Funds are Supporting Hotspots, Teens, and Talking Books in Massachusetts
November 17, 2021IMLS talked to the Director of the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners about understanding the needs of their communities when developing projects with ARP funding.
Connecting Their Service to the Community
November 10, 2021This Veterans Day, we honor our nation’s approximately 19 million veterans and their stories. Museums and libraries have the unique ability to introduce us to these Americans and their experiences and perspectives. Across the country, these institutions are using IMLS grants to collect and share the stories of America’s military veterans.
State Library Spotlight: How ARP Act Stimulus Funds are Supporting Remote Learning in Missouri
October 28, 2021Missouri State Librarian, Robin Westphal talks about how American Rescue Plan funding from IMLS helped rural libraries provide connectivity and health and wellness services to their communities.
Easy-to-Use Privacy Guides for Libraries
September 30, 2021The American Library Association used IMLS funding to develop a series of privacy guides to assist librarians.
State Library Spotlight: How ARP Act Stimulus Funds are Supporting Library Services in Guam
September 28, 2021Here's how the only public library system in Guam helped job seekers, students, kids, and families across the island with support from IMLS American Rescue Plan Act funds.
National Book Festival: A Storied Past, Innovative Present, and Promising Future
September 23, 2021IMLS continued its partnership with the Library of Congress to put on the annual National Book Festival.
State Library Spotlight: How ARP Act Stimulus Funds are Supporting Digital Inclusion in South Carolina
September 2, 2021From emergency preparedness kits to Internet access, online tutoring, and resume assistance, here’s how South Carolina libraries are helping communities all across the state.
A Celebration of Connecting Communities: IMLS Honors 2021 National Medal Recipients
August 31, 2021During the ceremony, community members shared what makes their library or museum such a vital part of the community. Here are some of their stories.
IMLS Onsite: How We Connect with State Libraries Across the Nation
August 12, 2021The pandemic had a profound effect on how IMLS conducts site visits. Senior Program Officer Madison Bolls shares how the agency pivoted to maintain valuable connections with state and local libraries across the country.