IMLS Announces 2024 Recipients of Nation’s Highest Museum and Library Honor (National Medal for Museum and Library Service)

From the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS):

Today the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) announced the 10 recipients of the 2024 National Medal for Museum and Library Service. The National Medal is the nation’s highest honor given to museums and libraries that demonstrate excellence in service to their communities. Since 1994, the award has honored 212 institutions that exemplified extraordinary and innovative approaches to public service. Over the past 30 years, the award has celebrated institutions that are making a difference for individuals, families, and communities.

“IMLS is delighted to announce the 10 recipients of the 2024 National Medal for Museum and Library Service,” said IMLS Acting Director Cyndee Landrum. “These institutions and their dedicated staff are stepping up to anticipate and meet the needs of their individual communities. From New York to Arizona, these 10 recipients are unparalleled sources of education, health, jobs, and cultural resources, bridging the gaps of distance, resources, and experience for community members. We look forward to honoring their accomplishments in Washington, DC, this summer!”

Selected from 30 national finalists, the 2024 National Medal winners represent institutions that provide dynamic programming and services that exceed expected levels of service. Through their community outreach, these institutions bring about change that touches the lives of individuals and helps communities thrive.

The 2024 National Medal recipients are:

Libraries:

• The Copper Queen Library (Bisbee, AZ)
• DC Public Library (Washington, DC)
• Griswold Memorial Library (Colrain, MA)
• Harris County Public Library (Houston, TX)
• Kent District Library (Comstock Park, MI)

Museums:

• Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum (Tucson, AZ)
• Children’s Museum Houston (Houston, TX)
• Discovery Museum (Acton, MA)
• The Louis Armstrong House Museum (Queens, NY)
• Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens (Pittsburgh, PA)

The award will be presented at a ceremony this summer in Washington, DC.

See Also: Additional Information and Complete List of Finalists

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