State Library Agency Survey: Fiscal Year 2010
This report marks the fifth release of library statistics data from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). It contains data on state library agencies in the 50 states and the District of Columbia for Fiscal Year (FY) 2010. The data were collected through the State Library Agencies (StLA) Survey, the product of a cooperative effort between the Chief Officers of State Library Agencies (COSLA), IMLS, and the U.S. Census Bureau.
2011 Performance and Accountability Report
The annual report sets forth the agency’s goals and objectives and highlights agency programmatic, operational, and financial performance for fiscal year 2011.
IMLS Strategic Plan FY 2007 – 2011
This Strategic Plan shows how the Institute can invest valuable federal resources to increase the capacity of libraries and museums to provide the highest quality service to the American people.
Public Libraries in the United States: Fiscal Year 2009
This report includes national and state summary data on public libraries in the 50 states and the District of Columbia, with an introduction, selected findings, and several tables. The report, based on data from the Public Libraries Survey for fiscal year 2009, includes information on visitation, circulation, the availability and use of library computing resources, staffing, library collections and services, and fiscal information such as operating revenue and expenditures.
2011 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.
Supporting Museums – Serving Communities: An Evaluation of the Museums for America Program (Executive Summary)
Museums for America (MFA) is the largest IMLS grant program for museums. In 2009 and 2010, RMC Research Corporation carried out an independent evaluation of the program and found that it has had an immediate and sustained impact on museum users.
Research Brief No. 4: Who is in the Queue: Public Access Computer Users
This brief provides a demographic analysis of public access computer users and uses and demonstrates that public libraries are providing much more than basic technology access.
Opportunity for All: How Library Policies and Practices Impact Public Internet Access
This report offers an analysis of the service in four public library systems and makes recommendations for strategies that help to sustain and improve public access service.
Public Libraries in the United States Survey: Fiscal Year 2011
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. These data, supplied annually by more than 97 percent of public libraries across the country, provide information that policymakers and practitioners can use to make informed decisions about the support and strategic management of libraries.
Museum Grants for African American History and Culture Program Update, May 2011
This report on the Museum Grants for African American History and Culture program provides data on the program and the grants made to date. It also provides guidance on writing a successful proposal and impressions from grantees.