Minneapolis Libraries
Minneapolis -- The Most Literate City
For
the past two years, Minneapolis ranked No.1 on the list of America’s
"most literate cities." Seattle is a close second in a
study by Central Connecticut State University.
The annual study used six factors to rank a
community's literacy: newspaper circulation, bookstores, libraries,
periodical publishing resources, educational attainment and Internet
resources.
“The
ratio of cardholders to city’s population is incredibly high—it’s
the third-highest in the country. This is a city that loves its
libraries," says Minneapolis Library director, Kit Hadley.
Minneapolis
Public Library System
The Minneapolis
Public Library system consists of 15 branches scattered throughout
Minneapolis neighborhoods.
The new Central
Library, scheduled to open May, 2006, will house the
Minneapolis Planetarium.
Hennepin County Libraries
The Hennepin County
Library system, with 25 branches throughout the Minneapolis
suburbs, is also exceptional. The Hennepin County system
consistently ranks among the "top 3" in the country.
Libraries in Minneapolis Minnesota and its suburbs offer
a wide array of events for all ages, including book discussion groups.
story times, book sales, Internet classes, author lectures, and Paws to
Read (cuddle up with your dog for canine story hour).
