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Over 118 Million People Attended Library Programs Annually
November 30, 2020
The Public Libraries Survey report provides an annual snapshot of public library use, financial health, staffing, and resources.
Brass, Marble, Glass, Laminate, and Steel: Results from Tests of Coronavirus on Five Common Museum and Library Building Materials
November 19, 2020
The REALM project has released results from the sixth round of tests conducted in a Battelle laboratory that determined how long SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, can remain active.
IMLS Releases FY 2020 Annual Financial Report
November 16, 2020
Highlights include the $45 million federal response to COVID-19 in support of library and museum services and funding for a new research partnership to study the effects of SARS-CoV-2 on materials.
IMLS Funds Five Pandemic Response, Professional Development, Digital Inclusion Library Projects
October 21, 2020
The awards will focus on innovation and resources for underserved communities in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
REALM Project Releases Results from Latest Tests of Coronavirus on Leather, Summary of Research
October 14, 2020
New lab test findings show that the infectious virus survived through eight days on both natural leather and synthetic leather fabrics.
From the Museum to the Classroom: Expanding a Nationwide Digital Learning Collaboration
October 8, 2020
Announcing a key investment in Museums for Digital Learning, a special initiative focused on building the museum field’s capacity to connect with teachers and students.
IMLS Funds Museum Initiative to Bring Game Design Education to Underserved Teens
October 1, 2020
A national project aims to inspire resilience and creativity among students across America in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Rural Libraries Across America Continue to Expand Programs and Resources
October 1, 2020
New infographics provide a snapshot of the nation’s approximately 4,000 rural library systems.
IMLS, Six Regional Museum Associations Join Together to Build Digital Capacity of Small Museums Across America
September 28, 2020
The federal funds will help small, rural, and remote museums adjust to a COVID-19 reality.
American Libraries and Museums Awarded $13.8 Million in IMLS CARES Act Grants
September 24, 2020
The funds will help museums and libraries respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Federal Coalition Announces Second Summit on Improving Broadband Access in Indian Country
September 17, 2020
The National Tribal Broadband Summit will take place September 21-25 as a virtual event.
Scientists Find Virus Still Detectable After Six Days on Four Common Library Materials When Stacked
September 3, 2020
The latest findings are part of the REALM project, designed to generate scientific information to support the handling of core library, museum, and archival materials.
Nominations Now Open for IMLS National Medal for Museum and Library Service
September 2, 2020
IMLS is now accepting nominations for the nation’s highest honor awarded to libraries and museums for service to their communities.
$1.2 Million in IMLS CARES Act Grants Awarded for Native American and Native Hawaiian Museum and Library Services
August 31, 2020
The funds will assist Indian Tribes and organizations serving Native Hawaiians in responding to the challenges of the COVID-19 health emergency.
Announcing $12.8 Million in Grants to "Save America's Treasures"
August 21, 2020
The funds will support the preservation of nationally significant historic properties and collections across America.

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