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Libraries
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Bibliotheca Alexandrina 
 Official site of this library (and related cultural institutions) in Alexandria, Egypt, that has a goal of being "a center of excellence in the production and dissemination of knowledge and to be a place of dialogue, learning and understanding between cultures and peoples." The site features information about collections and programs for the library, planetarium, antiquities museum, art centers, and more. Also available in Arabic, French, and Japanese. http://www.bibalex.org/English/ Topics: Librarianship, Libraries & Archives by Type Last updated Feb 5, 2008 I Love Libraries
This initiative of the American Library Association (ALA) is "designed to keep America informed about what's happening in today's libraries, found in public, school, academic, corporate and institutional settings." Includes material about challenges for public libraries in difficult economic times, suggestions for you to take action to support libraries, information for locating public libraries, an "ask the librarian" feature, material for National Library Week (mid-April), and related material. http://www.ilovelibraries.org/ Topics: Librarianship Last updated Mar 26, 2009 Libraries' Surprising Special Collections
This article from March 2009 highlights some "unexpected archives and world-class treasures" at U.S. libraries. Learn about the largest collection of Arabic papyrus and paper (University of Utah's J. Willard Marriott Library in Salt Lake City), nurse romance novels (University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee), tobacciana (New York Public Library), and more. From Smithsonian magazine. http://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/Libraries-Surprising-Special-Collections.html Topics: Librarianship, Libraries & Archives by Type Last updated Mar 30, 2009 The Library History Buff
This site promotes the appreciation, enjoyment, and preservation of library history. It features illustrated commentary and links to related sites in the areas of "librariana" (about collecting library artifacts and memorabilia, with a list of collectible items), library history (such as Carnegie libraries and membership libraries), and postal librariana. From retired librarian Larry T. Nix. http://www.libraryhistorybuff.org Topics: Librarianship Last updated Mar 31, 2007 The Library Journal Index of Public Library Service
This national index, introduced by Library Journal in 2009, rates public libraries, identifying "star libraries" by circulation, visits, program attendance, Internet use, and Library Journal's index rating. Accompanied by a map showing star libraries by state, a fact sheet and other publications about using the index. http://www.libraryjournal.com/article/CA6629180.html Topics: Librarianship, Libraries & Archives by Type Last updated Mar 16, 2009 Perceptions of Libraries and Information Resources
A 290-page report about perceptions of libraries, based on extensive research conducted by OCLC in the summer of 2005. "The findings indicate that information consumers view libraries as places to borrow print books, but they are unaware of the rich electronic content they can access through libraries." Discusses the possible datedness of the library brand and provides public comments. The report is downloadable for free in whole or in part (a bound paper version is available for purchase). http://www.oclc.org/reports/2005perceptions.htm Topics: Librarianship Last updated Dec 7, 2005 |
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