I am forwarding the message below to the TLA listserv so that anyone who may wish to reply can do so.

 

Thank you!

 

Annelle R. Huggins

Executive Director

Tennessee Library Association

P. O. Box 241074

Memphis, TN  38124-1074

     Phone:  901-485-6952

     Email:  [log in to unmask]

 

From: Lucy Sears <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Friday, August 10, 2018 2:54 PM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Interest in nominating Tennessee libraries for National Medals

 

Dear Ms. Huggins,  

 

Hello! I hope this message finds you well. Is there a public library in Tennessee that has done exceptional work, or is a favorite amongst Tennessee natives? If so, we want it to be nominated for a National Medal!

 

On behalf of the Institute of Museum and Library Services, I was hoping you would be interested in helping me spread the word to nominate Tennessee’s libraries. The National Medals are annual awards given out to outstanding libraries and museums across the nation. Anyone can nominate their favorite museum or library! Sadly, we only received one nominations from Tennessee last year. We hope that will change!

 

Please find more information in the press release I have attached below.

 

If you have a library in mind—or have ideas on ways to share nomination information throughout the state, please let me know!

 

I look forward to hearing from you.

 

Lucy Sears

On behalf of the Institute of Museum and Library Services

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202-414-0781

 

 

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

July 31, 2018

 

IMLS Contact:

Elizabeth Holtan, [log in to unmask]

202-653-4630

 

 

Nominate Your Museum or Library for an IMLS National Medal

Submissions Due October 1, 2018

 

Washington, D.C. –The Institute of Museum and Library Services is now accepting nominations for the 2019 National Medal for Museum and Library Service, the nation’s highest honor awarded to libraries and museums for service to their communities.

 

Anyone—an employee, a board member, a volunteer, a member of the public, or a government official—is invited to nominate an institution. Museums and libraries of most disciplines and types are eligible. To be considered, the institution must complete and return the nomination materials (PDF) by October 1, 2018.

 

Now in its 25th year, the annual IMLS National Medal for Museum and Library Service recognizes libraries and museums whose programs and services contribute demonstrably to the wellbeing of their communities. Medalist institutions exceed typical levels of community outreach by supporting community cohesion and helping to catalyze positive change. Winners’ collaborative, adaptive programs, co-created with their communities, demonstrate exemplary service.

 

Nominees should review the IMLS Strategic Plan and highlight how their work aligns with the goals of promoting lifelong learning, building institutional capacity, and increasing access to their information and collections. Successful applications will showcase how their work with these contexts is making a difference for their communities.

 

This year, IMLS is particularly interested in library or museum programs that enhance services for veterans and military families, sustain growth opportunities for diverse youth and young professionals, or provide assistance to diverse youth, families, or seniors. Institutions interested in being considered should read the nomination form carefully and contact the designated program contacts with questions.

 

Museums: Mark Feitl, Museum Program Officer, [log in to unmask], 202-653-4635

Libraries: Madison Bolls, Senior Program Officer, [log in to unmask], 202-653-4786

 

You may also contact IMLS via e-mail at [log in to unmask]. More information about the National Medals can be found on the IMLS website.

 

About the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)

 

The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's libraries and museums. We advance, support, and empower America’s museums, libraries, and related organizations through grantmaking, research, and policy development. Our vision is a nation where museums and libraries work together to transform the lives of individuals and communities. To learn more, visit www.imls.gov and follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

 

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