Hundreds of tribal libraries, archives, and other information centers
offer the services patrons would expect from any library: circulation
of materials, collection of singular items (such as oral histories),
and public services (such as summer reading programs). What is unique
in these settings is the commitment to tribal protocols and
expressions of tribal lifeways—from their footprints on the land to
their architecture and interior design, institutional names, signage,
and special services, such as native language promotion. This book
offers a collection of articles devoted to tribal libraries and
archives and provides an opportunity for tribal librarians to share
their stories, challenges, achievements, and aspirations with the
larger professional community. Part one introduces the tribal
community library, providing context and case studies for libraries in
California, Alaska, Oklahoma, Hawai'i, and in other countries. The
role of tribal libraries and archives in native language recovery and
revitalization is also addressed in this section. Part two features
service functions of tribal information centers, addressing the
library facility, selection, organization, instruction, and
programming/outreach. Part three includes a discussion of the types of
records that tribes might collect, legal issues, and snapshot
descriptions of noteworthy archival collections. The final part covers
strategic planning, advice on working in the unique environments of
tribal communities, advocacy and marketing, continuing education plans
for library staff, and time management tips that are useful for anyone
working in a small library setting.
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ISBN
9780810881952
Publisert
2015
Utgiver
Vendor
Scarecrow Press
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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