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History and Objectives


The Maine Library Association was established in 1891 to promote library interest in the State of Maine.  Over the years, MLA’s membership has grown to over 500 librarians, support staff and library supporters.  

The objectives of MLA are to:

  • Promote and enhance the value of libraries and librarianship
  • Foster cooperation among those who work in and for libraries
  • Provide leadership to ensure that information is accessible to all citizens via their libraries
  • Adopt and publicize positions on issues and legislation affecting libraries

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Personal membership based on Salary
$20    $10,000 and under
$30    $10,001 to $15,000
$35    $15,001 to $25,000
$45    $25,001 to $35,000
$55    $35,001 and up

Other membership categories based on member type
$15    Friend
$15    Retired
$15    Student
$15    Trustee
$15    Youth Advisory Board
$115  Business Membership

Activities

  • Networking.  Provides networking opportunities with colleagues in Maine, New England and countrywide
  • Partnering.  Develops and fosters mutually beneficial working relationships with educational institutions, businesses, and organizations.
  • Lobbying and Legislative Advocacy.   Increases the understanding and awareness of the legislative process among members; initiates, challenges and supports legislation affecting libraries
  • Conference and Continuing Education.  Develops continuing education and professional development opportunities; helps organize the annual Maine Libraries Conference and other regional forums.
Be active in the Maine Library Association!

MLA has standing committees, ad hoc committees, and special interest groups that allow MLA members to be directly involved in making decisions that shape the organization and library services in the state of Maine.
  • Interested in helping your library association and your fellow MLA members?
  • Interested in making new professional contacts?
  • Interested in making a difference?

Whatever your interest and skills, there is an MLA position that would benefit you and the association.  MLA would love to have your help!

View the most current listing of committees and interest groups

Awards
MLA encourages and recognizes the outstanding work of libraries, librarians and library supporters with a number of awards programs.
  • Kathadin Award
  • Lupine Award
  • Maine Library Journalism Award
  • Outstanding Librarian Award

MLA also supports the following awards given by other groups:
  • Maine Library Excellence Award
  • Maine Student Book Awards