Once again, there are a number of ASTC-member institutions named as finalists for the 2024 National Medal for Museum and Library Service.
Awarded by the U.S. Institute of Museum of Library Services (IMLS), the National Medal is the nation’s highest honor given to museums and libraries that demonstrate excellence in service to their communities. Each year, 15 museums and 15 libraries are named as finalists.
Since it was established in 1994, the awards have honored more than 200 institutions—including 25 ASTC members—that demonstrated extraordinary and innovative approaches to public service. Last year, COSI and the Museum of Discovery and Science were honored with the National Medal in a ceremony hosted by First Lady Dr. Jill Biden at the White House.
Children’s Museum Houston
Houston, Texas
Bay Area Discovery Museum
Sausalito, California
California Academy of Sciences
San Francisco, California
Discovery Museum
Acton, Massachusetts
Orlando Science Center
Orlando, Florida
National Medal winners will be announced at the end of May and honored at a ceremony in Washington, D.C., in July.
The 30 National Medal finalists from across the United States showcase the tremendous abilities of libraries and museums to serve as trusted, dynamic public spaces that meet the needs of their communities.
IMLS Acting Director Cyndee Landrum
During April and May, IMLS will showcase the work of these finalists through its Share Your Story social media campaign. Those who have been touched by any of the nominees is encourage to share on Facebook, Instagram, or X—and to tag IMLS and use the hashtag #IMLSmedals.