University of Minnesota (University of Minnesota Libraries)

The University of Minnesota Libraries, located in Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota, serves not just campus faculty and staff, but diverse communities-20 percent of library visitors are not affiliated with the University of Minnesota. As Minnesota's only research library, it champions statewide access to research materials while also taking on the responsibilities of a comprehensive research institution that is open and responsive to everyone who visits. What started as a resource sharing network in 1971, the Libraries' Minitex program, has grown to a suite of high-demand services offered to residents of Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota. Minitex also manages the Minnesota Digital Library, which captures unique resources from over 190 cultural heritage organizations in the state and represents the fourth largest service hub contributor to the Digital Public Library of America. As part of its mission to welcome different communities across the state, the Libraries also sponsor exciting and engaging community programs that include events, tours, and exhibits.