The mission of the Library History Round Table (LHRT) is to encourage research and publication on library history and promote awareness and discussion of historical issues in librarianship.
Learn more about LHRT on the ALA website.
I have noticed that some state library associations--notably California--are suggested for deletion in Wikipedia. The main reason given is lack of secondary sources. You can ...
Dear colleagues: The residents of the Atkins Park Neighborhood Association in Atlanta, Georgia, have determined to rededicate their neighborhood name in honor of Dr. Eliza ...
Hi, Bryan, LHRT publishes the only American journal of library history, _Libraries:Culture, History, and Society_. It's free for all LHRT members. That's a great reason to join ...
The Library History Round Table is soliciting nominations (including self-nominations) for three positions on the Executive Committee: Vice Chair/Chair-Elect for 2025–2026. ...
One great way to participate in the scholarly conversation on the history of libraries is by writing reviews of recent books. Anyone who is interested in writing for book reviews ...
Volunteers needed! Interested in serving the Library History Round Table and interacting with other LHRT members or ALA more generally? LHRT currently has several openings: ...
Hi Eric, I'm a cataloger by trade so these are my thoughts, though feel free to take them with a grain of salt:) Tag each publication with the Chronological Period ...
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