Category: Libraries
St. Louis’ Central Library is reinventing itself as a playful and provocative community center, geared to a digital future yet madly preserving the past
More community center than temple of knowledge, the library has reinvented itself for a time
Libraries for Human Rights
Libraries have a unique relationship with human rights. Our institutions both depend on them to
How Libraries Are Becoming Modern Makerspaces
While traveling around the country for the American Futures project, I was always on the
No permanent address? No problem. Berkeley library makes it easier for those without homes to get library cards
Peterson lives outside and because she doesn’t have a home address she hasn’t been able
Library Leadership Podcast: How to Create a Data-Driven Library
As librarians, we are always asking ourselves, “What does our community need? How can we
September 2018 ITAL Issue Now Available
In the September 2018 issue of Information Technology and Libraries (ITAL), we continue our celebration of ITAL’s
Friday Reads: Palaces for the People
An eminent sociologist and bestselling author offers an inspiring blueprint for rebuilding our fractured society. We
Why Is This Happening?: Social Infrastructure Week with Eric Klinenberg
Can a library save your life? Could public parks help address crime and addiction in
