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  • COVID Research Simulating Virus on Common Library, Museum Materials Published in Journal of Applied Microbiology

    March 14, 2022
    The findings from the Battelle, IMLS, and OCLC research project mark the two-year anniversary of the pandemic. The project tested the effects of the virus—with load rates similar to the Delta variant—on materials common to libraries, archives, and museums.
  • Looking Ahead: IMLS Presents New Strategic Plan for FY 2022–2026

    March 8, 2022
    IMLS presents the new Strategic Plan for FY 2022–2026 that focuses on advancing museums, libraries, archives, and their communities.
  • IMLS Releases FY 2021 Annual Performance Report

    February 17, 2022
    The Institute of Museum and Library Services announced today that the agency's Annual Performance Report (APR) is now available for FY 2021. The report is an in-depth look at how IMLS aligns its strategic priorities with practice.
  • FCC Partners with IMLS to Address Digital Divide on Tribal Lands

    February 2, 2022
    The agencies will team up to raise awareness about the E-Rate program among Tribal libraries and organizations, which can use program funds to increase broadband access to serve their communities.
  • Tribal Libraries Now Have Access to Federal Funds for Affordable Internet Under FCC E-Rate Program

    January 27, 2022
    IMLS applauds the FCC’s update to its definition of "library" in the E-Rate program to include Tribal libraries, enabling them to better access federally discounted broadband services.
  • Native American, Native Hawaiian Library Services Grants Available Now

    January 5, 2022
    Native Hawaiian Library Services and Native American Library Services Enhancement grants are now available; the deadline for submitting applications for either grant is April 1, 2022.
  • Native American Library Services Basic Grants Available for 2022

    December 1, 2021
    Native American Library Services Basic grants are noncompetitive one-year grants of $6,000 to $10,000.
  • IMLS, USCIS Directors Sign Memorandum of Understanding at Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration

    November 23, 2021
    Since the original MOU was signed in 2013, IMLS has been helping museums and libraries to provide accurate and useful information for lawful permanent residents interested in becoming U.S. citizens. This agreement further solidifies the close partnership between USCIS and museums and libraries nationwide.
  • IMLS Releases FY 2021 Annual Financial Report

    November 15, 2021
    The report details the health of the agency’s finances from October 1, 2020, to September 30, 2021.
  • New Research Underscores Role Museums, Libraries Play to Create Healthier, More Equitable America

    October 27, 2021
    The study found the presence and usage of public libraries and museums to be positively associated with community health, school effectiveness, institutional connection, and cultural opportunity.

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