Libraries are at an inflection point nationally and many urban libraries are facing similar challenges as the San Francisco Public Library. The future is full of exciting and transformational opportunities to rethink the health and wellness of our staff and communities. Links to resources can be found below:
Blogs, Articles and White Papers:
- Ariel Aberg-Riger: A History of the American Public Library
- Eric Klinenberg, New York Times: The Key to Happiness Might Be as Simple as a Library or a Park
- Brookings Institute: How Public Libraries Help Build Healthy Communities
- San Francisco Chronicle: These New Bay Area Libraries offer a Glimpse of What America Should Be
- Aspen Institute: Rising to the Challenge: Re-Envisioning Public Libraries
- Institute of Museum and Library Service: Understanding the Social Wellbeing Impacts of the Nation’s Libraries and Museums
Industry References:
- American Library Association (ALA): Center for the Future of Libraries Trends
- Urban Libraries Council (ULC): Innovations Initiative