What are we thankful for at IMLS this Thanksgiving? This country's amazing museum and library staff who serve and support their communities everyday. Thanks so much for your hard work, and enjoy your 🦃!
Today, we'll hear stories from our #IMLSmedals finalist Wiggin Memorial Library in Stratham, New Hampshire. This small but mighty library loves the people that it serves and encourages everyone to find their own path.
Where has the library inspired you to go? #ShareYourStory here all day!
Come discover the natural world and the cultural history of the West’s High Desert at The High Desert Museum, our #IMLSmedals finalist from Bend, Oregon.
In 2017, the museum welcomed 180,000 visitors, ignited the curiosity of more than 12,000 school children, and provided 500 free memberships to Head Start families.
(Video courtesy of High Desert Museum)
National September 11 Memorial & Museum
Today, we're honored to share stories from #IMLSmedals finalist National September 11 Memorial & Museum in New York City.
Through commemoration, exhibitions, and educational programs, the 9/11 Memorial Museum honors and remembers the 2,983 people killed on September 11, 2001 and February 26, 1993 and explores the continuing global impact of terrorism on individual lives and communities. This video, courtesy of the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, provides an overview of the museum and its exhibits.
#ShareYourStory
Marlin the Turtle is Released
Experience the South Carolina Aquarium in Charleston with us today! #ShareYourStory
Watch as Marlin, a loggerhead sea turtle rescued and rehabilitated by the South Carolina Aquarium Sea Turtle Care Center in Charleston, SC, completes his journey home as he is released back to into the sea.
(Video courtesy of the South Carolina Aquarium)
Share Your Story Video - University of Minnesota Libraries
University of Minnesota Libraries's “Creative Heritage Initiative” includes testimonials from the major performing arts organizations in Minnesota about the importance of the libraries. #NationalMedal (Produced by Mark Engebretson)
Mississippi Children's Museum
There is no limit to the number or types of adventures children can have at the Mississippi Children's Museum! #NationalMedal
Detroit Zoo -- Heart Fest
You weren’t the only one getting pampered this Valentine’s Day! The Detroit Zoo treated their animals to some tasty, unique snacks to celebrate the holiday. Jennie Miller explains how the zoo catered each treat to perfectly suit each animal.
Detroit Zoo -- Heart Fest
You weren’t the only one getting pampered this Valentine’s Day! The Detroit Zoo treated their animals to some tasty, unique snacks to celebrate the holiday. Jennie Miller explains how the zoo catered each treat to perfectly suit each animal.
Detroit Zoo Heart Fest 2017
You weren’t the only one getting pampered this Valentine’s Day! The Detroit Zoo treated their animals to some tasty, unique snacks to celebrate the holiday. Jennie Miller explains how the zoo catered each treat to perfectly suit each animal. #NationalMedal
Friends, thank you for joining us live during our #IMLSat20 celebration.
We love #libraries and #museums and especially love supporting them. We would like to hear from you about why you love your #museum and/or #library. Tag them on our page and show them your gratitude.
The U.S. Navy sends a 3D file to International Space Station #NationOfMakers
#CapMakerFaire! Maker Caucus
National Medal for Museum and Library Service Ceremony
Watch the 2016 National Medal for Museum and Library Service Ceremony.
Madison Public Library
IMLS Video Spotlight!
Check out this video with Rob Franklin, community member representing the 2016 National Medal for Museum and Library Service winner, Madison Public Library. #NationalMedal
Learn more about Madison Public Library and the other 2016 National Medal winners: https://www.imls.gov/2016-medals.
Mid America Science Museum
IMLS Video Spotlight!
Check out this video with Casey Wylie, community member representing the 2016 National Medal for Museum and Library Service winner, Mid-America Science Museum. #NationalMedal
Learn more about Mid America Science Museum and the other 2016 National Medal winners: https://www.imls.gov/2016-medals.
Shooting Wars: Documentary Images of American Military Conflicts
IMLS Video Spotlight!
Shooting Wars: Documentary Images of American Military Conflicts
Check out this video with Marsha Gordon, community member representing the 2016 National Medal for Museum and Library Service winner, NCSU Libraries. #NationalMedal
Learn more about NCSU and the other 2016 National Medal winners: https://www.imls.gov/2016-medals
Tomaquag Museum
IMLS Video Spotlight!
Check out this video with Christian Hopkins, community member representing the 2016 National Medal for Museum and Library Service winner, Tomaquag Museum. #NationalMedal
Learn more about Tomaquag Museum and the other 2016 National Medal winners: https://www.imls.gov/2016-medals
Join us as we celebrate National Library Week! #librariestransform
First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the country each April. Hear from IMLS employee Jill Conners-Joyner and then tell us how and when you first fell in love with libraries.
Join us as we celebrate National Library Week! #librariestransform
First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the country each April. Hear from IMLS Senior Program Officer Timothy Owens and then tell us how and when you first fell in love with libraries.
Join us as we celebrate National Library Week! #librariestransform
First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the country each April. Hear from IMLS Senior Program Officer Sandra Toro and then tell us how and when you first fell in love with libraries.
Join us as we celebrate National Library Week! #librariestransform
First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the country each April. Hear from IMLS Program Specialist Faith Steele and then tell us how and when you first fell in love with libraries.
Join us as we celebrate National Library Week! #librariestransform
First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the country each April. It is a time to celebrate the contributions of our nation's libraries and librarians and to promote library use and support.
Tell us how and when you first fell in love with libraries.
