Creating a Nation of Learners

The mission of IMLS is to inspire libraries and museums to advance innovation, lifelong learning, and cultural and civic engagement. We provide leadership through research, policy development, and grant making. IMLS supports key issues of national concern:

 

 

Director's Message: Looking Ahead

photo of Susan HildrethDirector Hildreth identifies five strategies for museums and libraries that are making a difference in their communities. Read More.

National Medal for Museum and Library Service

photo of the national medalThe National Medal honors outstanding institutions that make exceptional contributions to their communities. Read More.

Musuems, Libraries, and 21st Century Skills

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 more.

National Medal

November 2012: IMLS Honors 10 Museums and Libraries for Outstanding Community Service

IMLS has selected five libraries and five museums to receive the 2012 National Medal for Museum and Library Service. The National Medal is the nation’s highest honor for museums and libraries for extraordinary civic, educational, economic, environmental, and social contributions. Recipients must demonstrate innovative approaches to public service and community outreach. Read more.

African American History and Culture Forum

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See What's UpNext!

Check out UpNext, the new official blog of the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Grant Search

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