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Commemorating 250 Years: 12 Library Programs to Explore Local History During the United States Semiquincentennial

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

What Library Patrons Have to Say About Accessibility

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

Partnering for Accessibility in Small & Rural Libraries

Community partnerships can be instrumental for small and rural libraries. These libraries share how they benefit from working with partners on important accessibility projects.

Solving Accessibility Challenges in Small & Rural Libraries

Through a combination of practical workarounds, creative rethinking and sheer persistence, these small and rural libraries have worked to bring their accessibility plans to fruition.

Dec 1, 2023

Libraries Transform Communities Engagement Grant

The fifth annual community engagement grant will support two libraries' work in community empowerment.

Nov 28, 2023

Support Cultural Communities

As you make your end-of-year donations, help our communities shine a little brighter.

Nov 9, 2023

Celebrate SustainRT's 10th Birthday

Join SustainRT for a virtual celebration with networking opportunities and prize giveaways.

Oct 25, 2023

Passive and Relaxed Programs

Passive, relaxed and sensory programs can be enjoyed by all visitors to the library.

Oct 17, 2023

Accessible Performances and Book Clubs

Make your programs welcoming and non-stigmatizing to patrons with or without disabilities.

Oct 16, 2023

Help Shape the Future of BHM Programming

This study aims to explore the current state of Black History Month library programming.

Oct 12, 2023

Join the "Books for All" Campaign

The “Books for All” campaign enables people all over the country to participate, including library systems.

Oct 10, 2023

Creating Accessible Programming Spaces

Whether it be in a meeting room or open library floor, are your programming spaces accessible?

Sep 18, 2023

Build a Better Book

Teens design accessible books and activities for people with disabilities.

Sep 14, 2023

8 Fun Programs Using Primary Sources

These 8 programs utilize a few of the thousands of primary sources available from the Library of Congress.

Sep 11, 2023

LTC: Accessible Small and Rural Communities

Apply for grants of $10k and $20k to increase accessibility services.

Jul 31, 2023

Build Caring Communities

How can libraries build caring communities?