The Maryland State Library Agency (MSLA) recently surveyed public library systems across the state to identify and map local history collections. That map - along with a list of physical and digital local history collections - is now live on the MSLA website! The project stems from a partnership with the Maryland 250 Commission, along with numerous other state agencies and organizations, to commemorate the 250th anniversary of America's independence, set to take place next year. Check out our map and growing list of public library local history collections now! https://loom.ly/6ngF3N0

?? ?? Introducing the Civic Librarian Project —?a new, open-access course from UMSI that empowers librarians to create civic technology: https://myumi.ch/N679M?Supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the project builds on librarians' expertise by giving them a toolkit to design community solutions and partner with local government. [Featuring Cliff Lampe, Scott TenBrink, Kristin Fontichiaro, Randy Riley, Erin Buitendorp, MA, LPC, Heidi Butler, Jeffrey Smith and Julie Cruz]

I am my mother's child - sit me in a physical library, or in front of a computer where a library archive search is available, and I'm a happy person. Thanks to Digital Collections at the Georgia State University Library, you can look through a treasure trove of archival photos, including the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the University Archives, labor, and much more. Take a look: https://lnkd.in/gHpZctrr #archives #history #visualhistory

?? ?? Today is World Book Day! ?? The value of books for children is priceless, as they offer comfort, hope, strength, and a deeper understanding of the world. Books play a crucial role in every child's upbringing, especially during the times of war. Did you know that the story of the War Childhood Museum also began with a book? Find out more about the museum's journey on our blog. As we celebrate World Book Day, you can also read several stories from our collection about the importance of books for children during the war. ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/dTvuTxFs

???? Georgia State University Library Special Collections and Archives has been awarded a Georgia Humanities Grant of $2,100 to fund the Lonnie King, Jr. Traveling Exhibition, an initiative that highlights the legacy of civil rights leader Lonnie King, Jr. This grant will fund the creation and display of the exhibition, which will open at the Auburn Avenue Research Library on African American Culture and History and travel around the state of Georgia through the Georgia Public Library Service's strategic partnership program. Read more: https://t.gsu.edu/3ZQ70Vv

Operators are standing by to take your call about our four open grant opportunities (though we're easier to reach via email). Here's a tip: get in touch with us before writing your application. We are happy to talk with you, and we will accept draft proposals by August 15th. Final deadlines are November 7th for: Archival Projects For projects that ensure online public discovery and use of historical records collections. Discovery and Access to Congressional Records Collections For projects that ensure online public discovery and use of Congressional records collections. Capacity Building for Historically Black Colleges and Universities Archives For projects that build capacity at HBCU Archives. Publishing Historical Records in Collaborative Digital Editions For projects to publish documentary editions of historical records. Starting point is https://lnkd.in/efYtwc_4

What's new GCU? Well, a lot of things if we're being honest... From financials to fraternal, check out what we've been up to in the October edition of the GCU Magazine. ?????????? Get it here: https://ow.ly/BLRr50TJ5P7

Yearbooks are one of the most requested items in a Community History Archive. Having yearbooks in your archive allows your community to get a holistic view of their past. Yearbooks allow you to do research not only in newspapers, but also learn about someone and who they were when they attended school. Want to discuss adding yearbooks to a Community History Archives? Click to schedule a meeting with our partnership management team: https://zurl.co/j13V

Texas Libraries Bridging the Digital Divide "As part of our on-going commitment to promoting digital literacy efforts in libraries across the state of Texas, TSLAC’s Library Digital Opportunity team goes to libraries and films interviews with librarians and staff to document their work in the community. We recently visited libraries in La Grange and Houston to see how they are helping close the digital divide..." Read more in this article by the Texas State Library & Archives Commission: https://lnkd.in/gEUqzGpz