Support Local Art at the Madison Library
By Lisa Bubert A beautiful, new mural will be coming to the Madison Library children’s area next year! We are raising funds now to bring this piece of artwork by local muralist, Kim Radford, to fruition. The children’s area at Madison is a welcoming, inclusive place for families to play and relax and is well-known […]
T-shirt Fundraiser to Support Nashville Public Library Programs
Nashville, TN, August 26 – The Next Chapter Society, the emerging leaders group of the Nashville Public Library Foundation (NPLF), is launching its 2024 t-shirt campaign to support the Foundation’s mission to fund, advocate and amplify Nashville Public Library, powering literacy, life skills and connection for all. This campaign brings together the enthusiasm of more […]
Community Member Spotlight: Rosalyn Carpenter
By NPLF August is Black Philanthropy Month, an opportunity for African American communities and their allies to reflect on and promote the power of giving to transform lives. In recognition of this global celebration, we are highlighting some of our incredible community members. Rosalyn Carpenter is a dedicated philanthropist, healthcare executive, and community leader who […]
Advocacy Wins in Fiscal Year 2024
We are celebrating the end of a remarkable fiscal year for public funding for Nashville Public Library! This year has also been exceptional for our advocacy efforts. We now have 181 NPL Ambassadors, and our passion for NPL is clearly visible to Metro Council. Our relationships have strengthened, interactions have increased, and the budget funding […]
The Nashville Enslaved and Free People of Color Database
By NPLF In 1995, Ken Fieth, Archivist for the Metropolitan Government Archives of Nashville-Davidson County, set out on a mission to preserve the names and histories of enslaved individuals found in Chancery Court records. At the time, legal constraints prevented the publication of such a list, but Fieth remained committed to collecting these valuable stories. […]
Nashville Public Library Foundation to Honor James McBride as 2024 Literary Award Winner
Celebrations to Public Lecture Performance and Gala to be held on Nov. 9 July 18, 2024 NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Nashville Public Library and the Nashville Public Library Foundation are proud to honor National Book Award-winning and New York Times best-selling author, James McBride, as the 2024 Literary Award winner. He will be honored during the […]
Nashville Public Library Foundation Welcomes New Board Chair and Directors Focused on Building Awareness for Nashville’s Essential Public Library System
July 1, 2024 Nashville, Tenn., – Nashville Public Library Foundation (NPLF), a non-profit organization advancing the impact and reach of Nashville Public Library (NPL) programs and initiatives, welcomes six new members to its Board of Directors for fiscal year 2025. These new members will enhance NPLF’s strategic initiatives and join a dedicated board of leaders, […]
Bridging the Digital Divide: Empowering Seniors Through Digital Inclusion
By NPLF In an increasingly digital world, access to technology and the internet is not merely a convenience but a necessity. Yet, for many seniors, navigating this digital landscape can be daunting. Nashville Public Library (NPL), through its Digital Inclusion program, is making significant strides to ensure that seniors are not left behind and are […]
Meet the Board: Alvaro Manrique Barrenechea, Program Chair
When Alvaro moved to the United States in February 2015, his first U.S. account was with his local library. Despite not having a Social Security number or a U.S.-issued ID, he was able to access the vast resources offered by the library. This experience left an indelible mark on him. “Every time I visit one of our library branches, I’m reminded of how special it is and how fortunate we are to have such a resource, which isn’t available everywhere,” he says.
The Power of Unconventional Giving
By NPLF What if you stumbled upon something in your home that could be repurposed to benefit your community? This was the case for Anne Paine, who recently made a remarkable contribution by donating a rare 1903 Louisiana Purchase Exposition Gold Jefferson Proof Dollar Coin, one of only 10 known to still be in its […]
Spotlight on NAZA
By NPLF Nashville After Zone Alliance (NAZA) is a partnership between Nashville Public Library, Metro Nashville Public Schools, Metro Parks and the Mayor’s Office, and over 30 youth development organizations, aiming to increase equitable access to out-of-school time learning experiences for youth. NAZA achieves this by investing in afterschool and summer programs, enhancing the capacity […]
Library After Hours: Design and Architecture Tour
By Ryan Darrow Join us for an exclusive evening as we unveil the architectural marvel of our newest library in Donelson. This intimate gathering on Friday, May 10, from 7 to 9 pm invites you to mingle amidst the innovative new space while enjoying libations from our circulation desk bar. See the library as it […]