This document summarizes three library organizations - the Society of American Archivists, the Music Library Association, and the Art Libraries Society of North America. It provides a brief history of each organization's founding, their goals of supporting various types of librarians and collections, and benefits of joining such as access to publications, discounts, and networking opportunities. Membership options and dues are also outlined.
2. WHY JOIN
AN O R G A N I Z AT I O N
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Spread awareness of the
importance of your profession
Connect
with
fellow
librarians
Discover new technology
Increase your professions impact
Learn new skills
Increase resources
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Society of American Archivists
M u s i c L i b r a r y A s s o c i a t i o n
A r t L i b r a r i e s S o c i e t y o f N o r t h A m e r i c a
4. SOCIETY of AMERICAN
ARCHIVISTS Source:
www2.archivists.org
Provide professional resources for
archivists and their archives
Aims to identify & preserve records
of enduring value
Hub for archivists to advance
themselves and their collections publicity.
5. Society
of
American
Archivist
Add
history
SOCIETY of AMERICAN
ARCHIVISTS Source:
www2.archivists.org
Founded in 1936, the Society of American Archivists is the oldest and
largest organization dedicated to archival preservation
The group held its first convention in 1937 and stared releasing its journal
American Archivist in 1938.
During the 1950s, professional standards were set
Addressed challenges regarding computer-generated records in 1960s
1970-1980 saw much growth and special interests groups were formed
6. SOCIETY of AMERICAN
ARCHIVISTS Source:
www2.archivists.org
BENEFITS
Access to the groups journal and newsletter
Member discounts on SAA items and workshops
Mentoring Program
MEMBERSHIP
Variety of options, including student membership
Dues are scaled based on income starting at $80
Dues for students are $50
WHO SHOULD JOIN
Archiving professionals or those who support the groups objectives
7. MUSIC LIBRARY
ASSOCIATION Source:
www.musiclibraryassoc.org
Supports and preserves musical
heritage from around the world
Professional organization in the
U.S. devoted to music librarianship
Ensure and enhance intellectual
access to music for all
8. MUSIC LIBRARY
ASSOCIATION Source:
www.musiclibraryassoc.org
Founded in 1931, the Music Library Association began in the United
States, but now has members from all over the world.
Eva Judd OMeara and Carleton Sprague Smith from the New York Public
Library organized the event at the American Library Association in CT.
9. MUSIC LIBRARY
ASSOCIATION Source:
www.musiclibraryassoc.org
BENEFITS
Access to the groups journal, Notes Online
MEMBERSHIP
Variety of options, including student membership
Dues are scaled for individuals, starting at $120
Dues for students are $60
WHO SHOULD JOIN
Those who have a training and background in music
Corporate membership is $470
10. ART LIBRARIES SOCIETY
Source:
www.arlisna.org/
of NORTH AMERICA
Chapters all over the country, but
the head office is in Wisconsin
Dynamic organization of more than
1,000 individuals
Devoted to fostering excellence in art &
design librarianship & image managment.
11. ART LIBRARIES SOCIETY
Source:
www.arlisna.org/
of NORTH AMERICA
Founded in 1972 by Judith Hoffberg at the American Library Association
with a group of dedicated art librarians.
Based on the need for an organization related to the special area of art
librarianship, the society discusses ideas related to their field
Modeled from the U.K. Based organization, Art Libraries Society
12. ART LIBRARIES SOCIETY
Source:
www.arlisna.org/
of NORTH AMERICA
BENEFITS
Provides various networking resources
MEMBERSHIP
Variety of options, including student membership
Dues are scaled and can reach up to $120 per individual
Dues for students are $50
WHO SHOULD JOIN
Anyone interested in the preservation of art in a library setting
Professional development opportunities
Access to the groups numerous publications