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Apply Now: Libraries Transform Communities Engagement Grant

The sixth annual community engagement grant will support two libraries' work to build neighborhood connections.

The Peggy Barber Tribute Grant provides $2,500 to three libraries with limited programming budgets to support meaningful programs.

2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Start preparing now with these 12 program ideas.

Three library users with disabilities share what they've noticed and what they'd still like to see in their library's accessibility efforts.

Sep 27, 2011

Banned Books Week celebrates its 30th anniversary with a virtual read-out of banned and challenged books.

Sep 20, 2011

Picturing America on Screen is the new video online and on-air companion to the Picturing America initiative.

Sep 8, 2011

EDSITEment remembers 9/11 and celebrates Constitution Day and National Hispanic Heritage Month.

Sep 6, 2011

Anyone following Roger Ebert on Twitter can attest to his consumption of books, blogs, and newspaper articles.

Aug 16, 2011

The Lunar and Planetary Institute invites public and school libraries to apply for a free moon viewing kit.

Aug 9, 2011

EDSITEment helps you get ready to go back to school and offers American Art Appreciation Month resources.

Jul 28, 2011

The Chicago Public Library celebrates the 10th anniversary of One Book, One Chicago.

Jul 14, 2011

There is no question that free food brings teenagers to library programs.

Jul 12, 2011

EDSITEment celebrates American leisure and remembers the Battle of Bull Run on its 150th anniversary.

Jun 16, 2011

EDSITEment offers new and refreshed features and lessons as well as links to useful NEH-funded websites.

Jun 1, 2011

Go beyond the press release with this marketing checklist.

May 26, 2011

Frank, chief interpretive officer at the National Constitution Center, worked to develop an ALA traveling exhibition.