American Museums and Libraries Celebrate Black History Month
February 12, 2021In observance of Black History Month, here are a collection of libraries and museums across the U.S. that are finding new virtual ways to educate, raise awareness, and promote Black history, culture, knowledge, and civil rights year-round.
IMLS CARES Act State Library Spotlight: How Minnesota Supported Tribal Colleges and Digital Access
February 10, 2021Jennifer Nelson, Director of State Library Services, Minnesota IMLS staff interviewed chief officers of State Library Administrative Agencies (SLAAs) to discuss their response to the coronavirus, including the use of
IMLS CARES Act State Library Spotlight: How Georgia Invested in Connectivity and Museums
January 26, 2021The Georgia State Librarian shares how her state is using IMLS CARES Act funds to help libraries and communities through connectivity and partnerships.
Museums, Data, and Stories: The Journey of Adopting an Evaluation Mindset
December 17, 2020Museums, Data, and Stories: The Journey of Adopting an Evaluation Mindset By Paula Gangopadhyay My introduction to the power of data and evaluation happened serendipitously, near the beginning of my career, when I was leading a large school reform initiative in the early 2000s.
IMLS CARES Act State Library Spotlight: Devices, PPE, and Virtual Programming in Colorado
December 17, 2020IMLS CARES Act State Library Spotlight: Devices, PPE, and Virtual Programming in Colorado
Beacons of Strength: Libraries Provide Mental Health Resources to Cope With COVID
November 18, 2020Beacons of Strength: Libraries Provide Mental Health Resources to Cope With COVID
IMLS CARES Act State Library Spotlight: How Rhode Island Went Digital
November 17, 2020This post is part of a series and features IMLS Senior Library Program Officer Madison Bolls interviewing Karen Mellor, Rhode Island’s Chief of Library Services.
Libraries, Museums, and Military Veterans: Telling Stories of Service
November 10, 2020Libraries, Museums, and Military Veterans: Telling Stories of Service By Erica Jaros
National Medals: Looking Back at Transformative Libraries and Museums
October 29, 2020October 29, 2020 For the past 25 years, the Institute of Museum and Library Services has awarded the National Medal for Museum and Library Service. This prestigious achievement is awarded to libraries and museums that make significant and exceptional contributions to their communities.
Communities, Creativity, and Imagination: On the National Medal for Museum and Library Service
September 3, 2020Communities, Creativity, and Imagination: On the National Medal for Museum and Library Service Nominations for the 2021 Medals are Now Open. Here’s the Take from IMLS Director Crosby Kemper.