Announcing the newest data and survey report from the annual IMLS census of America’s public libraries which examine key indicators of public library use, financial health, staffing, and resources.
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Public Libraries Offered 4.5 Million Programs Across U.S. -
Outstanding Institutions Honored with Nation’s Highest AwardIMLS awarded the National Medal to ten museums and libraries at a July 17 ceremony in Washington D.C.
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Detroit Zoo Offers STEM-based Career Exploration Program to...The Detroit Zoological Society knows the importance of training students for STEM-based careers. Their Tomorrow’s Leaders Today program engages Detroit’s underrepresented youth with hands-on workshops that encourage exploration of STEM-...
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IMLS Extends Deadline on Grant Applications for Libraries Affected by Hurricane Harvey
All of us at IMLS know how vital libraries and museums can be for members of their communities during natural disasters. The full extent of the damage is yet to be determined, but we extend our thoughts and wishes for the safety of the staff, organizations, and all those affected.
IMLS is extending deadlines for two library grant programs from September 1 to September 22 to provide an additional three weeks for institutions in areas affected by now Tropical Storm Harvey. Read more
IMLS in Your State
See the impact of IMLS in your state through grants, events, features, and research making a difference where you live.
Grants to States
The Grants to States program is the largest source of federal funding support for library services in the U.S. Using a population based formula, more than $150 million is distributed among the State Library Administrative Agencies every year.
Outstanding Libraries and Museums Honored with Nation’s Highest Award
IMLS awarded the National Medal to ten museums and libraries at a July 17 ceremony in Washington.
The IMLS Data Catalog
Our new Data Catalog puts IMLS data—comprising agency data such as grants administration and data about museums, libraries, and related organizations at the fingertips of researchers, developers, and interested members of the public who want to dig deeper.
IMLS News
Institutions in federally declared hurricane disaster areas may request an extension until October 23.
IMLS announced $1,998,484 in funding for training and professional development projects for museums.
Through the agency’s largest competitive grant program, Museums for America, IMLS is awarding $19,189,929 for museums across the nation.