The research brief explores trends of public libraries’ physical and electronic collections expenditures and circulation between 2014 and 2018.

The Institute of Museum and Library Services announced today that the agency's Annual Performance Report (APR) is now available for FY 2020. The report is an in-depth look at how IMLS aligns its strategic priorities with practice.

The new study identifies opportunities to strengthen African American museums and HBCUs.

Brian Allen and Jennie Stapp will join the IMLS Board of Directors on January 22.

Over 118 Million People Attended Library Programs Annually Report Shows Increase in Collections Materials and Library Programs Washington, DC—Volume II of the Public Libraries Survey report, released today by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, provides trend analysis of public library use, financial health, staffing, and resources.

Brass, Marble, Glass, Laminate, and Steel: Results from Tests of Coronavirus on Five Common Museum and Library Building Materials

IMLS Releases FY 2020 Annual Financial Report Federal Response to COVID-19 Included $45 Million for Museum and Library Services

IMLS Funds Five Pandemic Response, Professional Development, Digital Inclusion Library Projects Awards Focus on Innovation, Resources for Underserved Communities in Wake of COVID-19

REALM Project Releases Results from Latest Tests of Coronavirus on Leather, Summary of Research

From the Museum to the Classroom: Expanding a Nationwide Digital Learning Collaboration Innovative Educational Platform Aims to Bring the Nation's Museums into K-12 Classrooms