[OPLINLIST] IMLS Encourages Participation in America: The Story of Us Contests

[Marsha McDevitt-Stredney]

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http://www.imls.gov/news/2010/032310.shtm

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

March 23, 2010

 

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IMLS Encourages Participation in America: The Story of Us Contests 

 

Libraries and Students are Eligible

 

Washington, DC- The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS),
together with HISTORY TM and the President's Council on the Arts and the
Humanities, invites libraries and students across the United States to
flex their creative muscles and share their passion for American history
by participating in HISTORY TM's America: The Story of Us contests.  For
libraries, the contest entails creating a special exhibit or media
project about American history that will strengthen their communities'
interest in American history.  Students are asked to create a short
video based on any topic related to American history and are encouraged
to reach out to local libraries, historical societies, and archives for
information on their own local history or on the American history topic
that interests them most.

 

"These contests are exciting opportunities to promote learning about
American history and explore our nation's diverse heritage," said Marsha
Semmel, Acting Director of IMLS. "We are delighted that HISTORY TM is
reaching out to the nation's libraries to encourage a community dialogue
about America's past."

 

Please refer to HISTORY TM's website for more information.

 

About the Institute of Museum and Library Services 

The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of
federal support for the nation's 123,000 libraries and 17,500 museums.
The Institute's mission is to create strong libraries and museums that
connect people to information and ideas. The Institute works at the
national level and in coordination with state and local organizations to
sustain heritage, culture, and knowledge; enhance learning and
innovation; and support professional development. To learn more about
the Institute, please visit www.imls.gov <http://www.imls.gov/> .

 

 

 

 

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