National Library Week is an annual observance sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the United States. It highlights the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening communities. Celebrations typically include special events, outreach programs, and advocacy efforts to promote library usage and support.
The observance provides a focal point for acknowledging the myriad benefits libraries offer, including access to information, literacy programs, technology training, and community engagement opportunities. The week’s historical context stems from a need to bolster library support and awareness, recognizing their critical role in fostering lifelong learning and civic participation. It offers an occasion to remind the public of the essential services libraries provide and to encourage both financial and advocacy support for these institutions.
