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About the Library
About the Library
Purpose
The Michigan Legislature created the Library of Michigan to guarantee the people of this State and their government one perpetual institution to collect, preserve and provide access to the story of the State, and to support libraries in their role as essential community anchors.
Library of Michigan Strategic Plan 2020-2023
Mission
The Michigan Legislature created The Library of Michigan to guarantee the people of this State and their government one perpetual institution to collect and preserve Michigan publications, conduct reference and research and support libraries statewide.
Please see the Library of Michigan Act (Act 540 of 1982) for more information
Connect with the Library of Michigan
Contact and Visit Us
Contact information, parking directions, and other details for visitors of the Library of Michigan.
Library Communication Channels
Listservs and other communication channels moderated or hosted by Library of Michigan staff.
Library Staff Directory
Find the names and contact information for all Library of Michigan employees by department.
Make A Gift
The Library of Michigan actively accepts additions to its collections and holdings. See a list of examples as well as contact information for the Library of Michigan Foundation.
Shelley Irwin Show on WGVU Radio
Search for "Tuned in to the Library of Michigan"
About The Library of Michigan
Annual Reports
Learn more about the activities, programming, and funding of the Library of Michigan.
Board of Trustees
Our Board of Trustees, including members' areas of representation, the by-laws, meeting times, locations, and minutes. Board meetings are open to the public.
Library of Michigan History
History of the Library of Michigan from 1828. Most articles written for our 175th anniversary celebration.
Michigan Department of Education
The Library of Michigan is an agency of the Michigan Department of Education.
Staff Presenters and Library of Michigan Tours
Connect with Library of Michigan staff for presenting at your library/organization or to arrange a group visit to the Library of Michigan.
State Librarian/State Librarian's Excellence Award
Learn more about Michigan's State Librarian and the State Librarian's Excellence Award.