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Nominate
Your Museum or Library for an IMLS National Medal
Submissions Due October 1, 2018
Washington, D.C. –The Institute of Museum and Library Services is now
accepting nominations for the 2019
National Medal for Museum and Library Service,
the nation’s highest honor awarded to libraries and museums for service to their communities.
Anyone—an employee, a board member, a volunteer, a member of the public, or a government official—is invited to nominate an institution. Museums and libraries of
most disciplines and types are eligible. To be considered, the institution must
complete
and return the nomination materials (PDF) by October 1, 2018.
Now in its 25th
year, the annual IMLS
National
Medal for Museum and Library Service
recognizes libraries and museums whose programs and services contribute demonstrably to the wellbeing of their communities. Medalist institutions exceed typical levels of community
outreach by supporting community cohesion and helping to catalyze positive change. Winners’ collaborative, adaptive programs, co-created with their communities, demonstrate exemplary service.
Nominees should review the
IMLS
Strategic Plan and highlight how their work aligns with the goals of promoting lifelong learning, building institutional capacity, and increasing access to their
information and collections. Successful applications will showcase how their work with these contexts is making a difference for their communities.
This year, IMLS is particularly interested in library or museum programs that enhance services for veterans and military families, sustain growth opportunities
for diverse youth and young professionals, or provide assistance to diverse youth, families, or seniors. Institutions interested in being considered should read the nomination form carefully and contact the designated program contacts with questions.
Libraries: Madison Bolls, Senior Program Officer,
mbolls@imls.gov,
202-653-4786
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About the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)
The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's libraries and museums. We advance, support, and empower America’s
museums, libraries, and related organizations through grantmaking, research, and policy development. Our vision is a nation where museums and libraries work together to transform the lives of individuals and communities. To learn more, visit
www.imls.gov
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