LHRT (Library History Round Table)

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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.

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Clara Stanton Jones-First Black ALA President & Honorary Member

  • 1.  Clara Stanton Jones-First Black ALA President & Honorary Member

    Posted Feb 13, 2024 07:50 PM

    Clara Stant Jones-ALA President

    Clara Stanton Jones, was the American Library Association's first Black President (1976-1977). She was President during the ALA Centennial.

    Director of Detroit Public Library.

    Honorary Member-1983. 

    Here is a list of ALA Honorary Members: American Library Association Honorary Membership - Wikipedia



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    Kathleen de la Peña McCook
    Distinguished University Professor
    School of Information
    University of South Florida
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