Annual Conference and Exhibition, George Takei discussed his life as a closeted actor and why he came out at age 68.

The former Librarian of Congress talked with author Kwame Alexander at ALA's Annual Conference and Exhibition in Philadelphia ...

As the library’s mission is scrutinized and politicized, library workers are rightfully passionate about standing up for ...

A tweeted invitation from then-Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden, teasing the world’s largest collection of a single instrument, did the trick. Lizzo’s scheduled tour turned into a three-hour visit ...

The ALA applauded today's Supreme Court 6–3 decision to uphold the Universal Service Fund, which funds the E-Rate program.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer opens ALA's 2025 Annual Conference in Philadelphia with a discussion of her young adult memoir ...

Montgomery will start his new role as executive director on November 10. He is currently president of the Illinois Federation ...

As President Trump's actions continue to cause upheaval for libraries, here are updates on Trump's attacks against US ...

Welcome to the 2021 Library Design Showcase, American Libraries’ annual celebration of new and renovated libraries that address user needs in unique, interesting, and effective ways. That this year’s ...

The American Library Association (ALA) recently received the largest gift in its 150-year history: a $25 million bequest from Washington, D.C.–based financial advisor James W. Lewis. The bequest from ...