2012 Performance and Accountability Report
This annual report provides an overview of IMLS’s strategic goals, a description of our model of evidence-based program design, a description of how each of our grant programs contributed to our approach, and an in-depth description of five strategic priorities for fiscal year 2012.
2012 National Medal for Museum and Library Service brochure
The National Medal is an annual award made to museums and libraries that have demonstrated a long-term commitment to public service through innovative programs and community partnerships.
Talking Points: Library/Workforce Partnerships Spur Economic Development
Quick summary of the impact of library services for workforce development.
Talking Points: Libraries Keep Seniors Engaged and Connected
Quick summary of the impact of library services for seniors.
Talking Points: Libraries are Key to Success for New Americans
Quick summary of the impact of library services for new Americans.
Libraries and Museums in an Era of Participatory Culture
Report from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Salzburg Global Seminar convening of 58 library, museum and cultural heritage leaders from 31 countries to explore the changing nature of “community,” “access,” “public value” and “participation writ large” in a digital world.
Talking Points: Young Learners in the Library
Quick summary of the impact of library services for early learning.
2013 Congressional Budget Justification
The Institute of Museum and Library Service's Fiscal Year 2013 Appropriations Request to the United States Congress
Building Digital Communities: Getting Started
A guide to help spark community conversation and action to increase broadband adoption and use.
Building Digital Communities: A Framework for Action
The Framework encourages engagement across all sectors of the community so that "all people, businesses, and institutions have access to digital content and technologies that enable them to create and support healthy, prosperous, and cohesive 21st century communities.