The Institute of Museum and Library Services has announced that the Miami-Dade Public Library System is among 30 finalists for the 2022 National Medal for Museum and Library Service. The Miami-Dade Public Library System is one of two institutions in Florida to be selected as a finalist for this award. The Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale is also a finalist.
“I am very proud of our Miami-Dade Public Library System for being named a finalist for this prestigious honor that recognizes excellence and innovation in the best of our nation’s museums and libraries,” said Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava. “It is a testament to the great leadership and incredible work of our dedicated library team in providing essential services and resources that touch people’s lives and help our community thrive.”
“The Miami-Dade Public Library System is honored and excited to be nominated for the National Medal for Museum and Library Service,” said Library Director Ray Baker. “It is a remarkable recognition of our entire library team’s efforts and commitment to serving our community that validates and inspires us to continue innovating and adapting in our mission to promote literacy and learning.”
The National Medal is the nation’s highest honor given to museums and libraries that demonstrate significant impact in their communities. For more than 25 years, the award has honored institutions that demonstrate excellence in service to their communities.
“So many museums, so many libraries have done such good work over the last two very difficult years. We are proud to present the 30 finalists for the IMLS National Medal,” said IMLS Director Crosby Kemper. “Their work is emblematic of the response of the library and museum worlds to simultaneously fulfilling their mission and serving their communities.”
