Dear Colleague,

Is there a museum or a library in your community that deserves national
recognition?  The Institute of Museum and Library Services is currently
accepting nominations for the 2006 National Awards for Museum and
Library Service.  

The National Awards for Museum and Library Service were created to
underscore the vital role of museums and libraries as leaders in our
democratic society.  The award recognizes museums and libraries that
demonstrate a core commitment to public service through innovative
programs and active partnerships that address the changing needs of the
communities they serve.  This national recognition honors institutions
that have created real value in their communities and have become
indispensable partners in community investment.  To read about the 2005
winners, please see: http://www.imls.gov/whatsnew/current/113005.htm.

The National Awards for Museum and Library Service is the nation's
highest honor for the extraordinary public service provided by these
institutions. An award ceremony will be held in Washington, DC for the
winning institutions, followed by celebrations in each recipient's own
community.  In addition, each institution receives $10,000.

Any individual may submit a nomination for libraries and museums of all
sizes and types.  To be considered, nominees must submit all required
information by February 15, 2006. For a nomination form and to learn
more about the awards, please access
http://www.imls.gov/grants/museum/mus_nams.asp for museums and
http://www.imls.gov/grants/library/lib_nals.htm for libraries.


Sincerely,

Mary L. Chute
Acting Director
Institute of Museum and Library Services 

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