ALA
American Library Association
The American Library Association (ALA) was founded in 1876 in Philadelphia. It is the oldest and largest library association in the world, with more than 64,000 members. Its mission is to promote the highest quality library and information services and public access to information. ALA offers professional services and publications to members and nonmembers, including online news stories from American Libraries and analysis of crucial issues from the Washington Office. Its membership is open to any person, library, or other organization interested in library service and librarianship. (above statements extracted and concatenated from ALA website)
| Web Address | http://www.ala.org/ |
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| Postal Address | American Library Association
50 E. Huron Chicago, IL 60611 |
| Phone | +1 800 545 2433 |
| Fax | +1 312 440 9374 |
| Contact | membership@ala.org |
| Information Online | Conferences / seminars
Publishes newsletter Publishes journal Books / brochures / articles Publications viewable online Publication sold online |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Categories | General
Non-profit organization |
| Website Languages | English |