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On Thursday, May 24, Reading Public Library was awarded the 2018 National Medal for Museum and Library Service at a ceremony at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. The library was one of 10 recipients of the nation’s highest honor given to museums and libraries that make significant and exceptional contributions to their communities.
Executive Director Bronwen Gamble and President of the Board of Trustees Nancy Campbell attended the ceremony along with RPL Board representatives Sherry Cameron and Stephanie Towles and community member Luis Rodriguez.
“Our social services attitude really sets us apart,” said Gamble. “It’s about being accessible, inclusive, and a part of our community. We always hear, ‘I had no idea that you did this.’ That’s a thought that we continually like the people of Reading to have.”
The ten winners of the 2018 National Medal – five libraries and five museums – were chosen from 29 finalists.