The
Institute's mission is to create strong libraries and museums
that connect people to information and ideas. Read
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Acting Director's Message
I am pleased to let you know that IMLS has just released Connecting to Collections: A Report to the Nation. As many of you are aware, the 2005 IMLS-supported Heritage Health Index provided a comprehensive look at the state of collections held in libraries, museums, archives, scientific organizations and historical societies. Read
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The Museums, Libraries, and 21st Century Skills
initiative underscores the critical role our nation’s
museums and libraries play in helping citizens build such
21st century skills as information, communications and technology
literacy, critical thinking, problem solving, creativity,
civic literacy, and global awareness. Read
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IMLS Honors 10 Museums and Libraries for Outstanding Community Service
The Institute of Museum and Library Service (IMLS) has selected five museums and five libraries to receive the 2010 National Medal for Museum and Library Service. The National Medal is the nation’s highest honor for museums and libraries that make extraordinary civic, educational, economic, environmental, and social contributions. Read more
What's new with Connecting
to Collections?
Registration is now open
for free Webinars. Learn more.
