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> PRESS RELEASE FROM THE INSTITUTE OF MUSEUM AND LIBRARY SERVICES
>
> For Immediate Release
> February 5, 2001
>
> Contact:  202-606-8339
> Eileen Maxwell:  [log in to unmask]
> Mamie Bittner:  [log in to unmask]
>
> FUNDING FOR MUSEUMS, MUSEUM ORGANIZATIONS, AND MUSEUM-LIBRARY PARTNERSHIPS
>
> Washington, DC-In 2001, the federal Institute of Museum and Library
> Services will award approximately $22.6 million in grants to museums,
> professional museum service organizations, and museum-library
> partnerships.  Currently, IMLS is accepting applications for the following
> grants and encourages all types of museums, museum service organizations,
> and libraries to apply:
>
> National Leadership Grants for Museums applicants should develop projects
> that encourage creativity in providing public service, meet documented
> community needs, and use technology innovatively.  Projects that can be
> replicated throughout the field, provide broader public access to
> collections, and that extend the impact of federal funds through
> collaborations are also encouraged:
>
> * MUSEUMS ONLINE. This is the first federal grant program designed
> specifically to encourage innovative uses of technology by museums.
> Applicants are encouraged to develop projects of national significance,
> which demonstrate how digital technologies can be used to increase
> knowledge and extend valuable services and opportunities to all Americans.
> Museums may apply for up to $500,000.  Applications due March 1, 2001.
>
> * MUSEUMS IN THE COMMUNITY.  This grant program supports museum-community
> partnerships that improve the quality of community life.  Priority will be
> given to applicants that will develop long-term partnerships and address
> documented community needs. Museums may apply for up to $500,000.
> Applications due March 1, 2001.
>
> * PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES.  These grants support programs that address the
> professional issues at the core of museum practice such as strategic
> planning, professional training, and leadership development.  Priority
> will be given to applicants that develop programs and materials for small
> museums, the largest segment of museums in the country. Museums may apply
> for up to $500,000.  Applications due March 1, 2001.
>
> * LIBRARY-MUSEUM COLLABORATIONS.  These grants support innovative projects
> that demonstrate how museums and libraries can work together to expand
> their services to the public.  Emphasis should be given to serving the
> community, using technology, and/or enhancing education. Either the museum
> or the library may be the lead applicant and may apply for up to $500,000.
> Applications are due April 1, 2001.
>
> Detailed information about each grant category, including application
> forms and sample narratives of successful grants can be accessed at:
> http://www.imls.gov/grants/museum/mus_nlgm.asp
>
> The Museum Assessment Program is funded by IMLS and is administered by the
> American Association of Museums.  It is designed to help museums assess
> their strengths and weakness and to plan for the future.  The grants are
> awarded on a first come, first served basis after being approved by the
> director of IMLS.  The amount of the grant varies and requires modest cost
> sharing.  Applications are due March 15, 2001.
> http://www.imls.gov/grants/museum/mus_map.asp
>
> Eligibility
> All types of museums and libraries, large and small, are eligible for
> funding.  Eligible museums include aquariums, arboretums and botanical
> gardens, art museums, youth museums, general museums, historic houses and
> sites, history museums, nature centers, natural history and anthropology
> museums, planetariums, science and technology centers, specialized
> museums, and zoological parks.  (Federally operated and for-profit museums
> and libraries may not apply for IMLS funds.)  For additional eligibility
> information, please click on: http:
>
> About the Institute of Museum and Library Service (IMLS) - IMLS is an
> independent Federal agency that fosters leadership, innovation, and a
> lifetime of learning by supporting the nation's 15,000 museums and 122,000
> libraries.  Created by the Museum and Library Services Act of 1996, P.L.
> 104-208, IMLS has an annual budget of $230 million.  The Institute
> receives policy advice from two Presidentially appointed, Senate confirmed
> entities: the National Commission for Libraries and Information Science
> and the National Museum Services Board.  For more information, including
> grant applications, contact IMLS at 1100 Pennsylvania Ave., NW,
> Washington, D.C. 202-606-8536, www.imls.gov.
>
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>
>
> Eileen Maxwell
> Public Affairs Specialist
> Institute of Museum and Library Services
> 1100 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W.
> Suite 510
> Washington, DC  20506
> 202-606-8339
> 202-606-8591 (fax)
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