150 YEARS STRONG

THE OFFICIAL ANNIVERSARY BLOG

Discover the people, policies, and pivotal moments that shaped the ALA and the libraries we all rely on. Our anniversary blog is your behind-the-scenes look at the legacy we’re honoring and the future we’re building, with regular stories on how we’re celebrating.

Share your chapter in ALA's 150-year history.

ALA Wants to Hear from You During Its 150th Anniversary

The American Library Association (ALA) is seeking website and podcast contributions from ALA members as it celebrates its 150th anniversary in 2026. We want stories that reflect experiences with ALA, its legacy, and its history to be featured on ala150.org and ALA’s How I Library podcast.

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