Public Libraries in the United States Survey: Fiscal Year 2015
The Public Libraries in the United States Survey (PLS) examines when, where, and how library services are changing to meet the needs of the public. This FY 2015 PLS summarizes the reported data provided by 98 percent of public libraries and outlets in the United States.
Positioning Library and Information Science Graduate Programs for 21st Century Practice
IMLS convened a meeting in November 2017 to discuss strengthening the formal education component of the Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program. The report summarizes issues and themes from that meeting.
National Digital Infrastructures and Initiatives: A Report on the 2017 National Digital Platform at Three Forum
The report provides details on IMLS digital library funding since 2015 and explains three focal areas identified within the digital library infrastructures and initiatives portfolio of the National Leadership Grants for Libraries Program and the Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program.
2018 National Medal for Museum and Library Services brochure
The National Medal for Museum and Library Service brochure describes the work of the 2018 recipients of the nation’s top award for community service by museums and libraries.
Digital Infrastructures that Embody Library Principles: The IMLS National Digital Platform as a Framework for Digital Library Tools and Services
The book chapter explores how IMLS National Digital Platform grant projects anchor core library principles within the development of digital tools and services.
FY 2017 Office of Museum Services Brochure
Describes the grants and programs of IMLS's Office of Museum Services.
Transforming Communities: IMLS Strategic Plan, 2018 - 2022
The brochure provides an overview of the agency mission, vision, goals, and objectives, and includes highlights of IMLS initiatives and projects.
State Library Administrative Agencies Survey Fiscal Year 2016
This report provides highlights of the Fiscal Year 2016 State Library Administrative Agencies (SLAA) Survey, which collects financial, staffing, and service information from every SLAA in the 50 states and the District of Columbia.
2017 Performance and Accountability Report
The Performance and Accountability Report (PAR), an annual agency requirement from the Office of Management and Budget, presents the agency’s program and financial management results, key accomplishments, and new initiatives during FY 2017.
NDP at Three Report
The NDP at Three report describes grants and explores themes which emerged from the first three years of grant-making under the national digital platform (NDP) funding area in the IMLS Office of Library Services.