Courtesy of C-SPAN. This hearing falls in line with the Library’s digital strategy plan.
Archive for Libraries
British Library Online Exhibitions
This institution has posted many online exhibitions featuring items from its huge collection. Ranging from a large selection of maps of London to early photographically illustrated books, these collections delve into their themes with a curator’s introduction as well as descriptive annotations on each object presented. One can easily lose oneself in the various presentations here.
Projections for Library Occupations
Did you know that there are only 25,900 college/university librarians in the country? And that the number who will be leaving the profession in the next few years exceeds the average exit rate for other occupations? These and other data points, along with links for additional information, can be found here.
A Look at Moscow’s Libraries
Libraries are fulfilling much the same needs as those in this country. Read/listen to this NPR report.
Prominent Authors Discuss the Power and Importance of Libraries
Rather than have we librarians as the only proponents of an institution universally respected, herewith are a dozen authors touting the influence of libraries.
Tour of the Renovated Main Branch of the Jersey City Public Library
Come here for pictures of this restored municipal treasure.
