Programming & Exhibitions
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The place for library workers to share, learn and be inspired to present excellent programming.
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Learn about current grant and exhibit opportunities available from 91´«Ã½'s Public Programs Office.
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Brush up on skills and get new program ideas with free webinars from 91´«Ã½'s Public Programs Office.
Programs & Resources
Latest Programming & Exhibition News
Libraries Invited to Apply for the Fifth Annual Peggy Barber Tribute Grant to Support Programs Reducing Social Isolation Among Older Adults
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CHICAGO — The 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) invites library workers to apply for the fifth annual Peggy Barber Tribute Grant, a programming grant named after...
91´«Ã½ Invites Applications for Sixth Annual Libraries Transform Communities Engagement Grant
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CHICAGO — The 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) invites library workers to apply for the Libraries Transform Communities Engagement Grant (LTCEG), an annual award supporting innovative...
With funding from the Ford Foundation, 91´«Ã½ announces Community Catalysts: Libraries as Leaders in Bridging Divides Project
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CHICAGO — The 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½), with $200,000 in support from the Ford Foundation, announces its latest initiative Libraries Transforming Communities (LTC): Community Catalysts...
Denise Davis Appointed 91´«Ã½ Senior Fellow for Research and Data
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The 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) has appointed Denise Davis as a Senior Fellow in 91´«Ã½’s Department on Institutional Advancement, Programs, and Partnerships and in its Public Policy and Advocacy Office.
91´«Ã½ invites applicants for $3.5 million in grants as part of third round of Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities
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CHICAGO — The 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) invites applications from small and rural libraries for the third round of funding of the Libraries Transforming Communities...
2024 Year In Review
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From traveling exhibits to continued funding for accessibility projects, the Public Programs Office showcases key 2024 stories and impact from our extensive network of libraries.
About the Public Programs Office
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Through professional development activities, programming resources, model programs and grant opportunities, the Public Programs Office supports libraries as they fill their role as community cultural center, a place of cultural and civic engagement, where people of all backgrounds gather for reflection, discovery, participation and growth.
Support The Cultural Communities Fund
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Created by the 91´«Ã½’s Public Programs Office in 2004 with a challenge grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities; the endowment has since grown to $3.2 million. Cultural Communities Fund (CCF) supports excellence and innovation in community-focused library programming through grants, awards, and professional development.
Please join our network of CCF supporters — including more than 500 library professionals, foundations and corporations. You can designate your gift to support a specific grant or award (listed below) or you can give an unrestricted gift, and we will use your donation where it is needed most.
