OUR MISSION
Hartford Public Library provides free resources that inspire reading, guide learning, and encourage individual exploration.
OUR VISION
The Library will be a national leader in redefining the urban public library in the 21st century as an innovative and stimulating place where people can learn and discover, explore their passions, and find a rich array of resources that contribute to a full life.
OUR CORE VALUES
- Providing service excellence
- Achieving results
- Collaborating to achieve the Library’s mission
OUR VALUE PROPOSITION
Democratizing access to information and opportunity.
We serve the people of City of Hartford, our principal funders and customers. We are in and of the community…a place like no other. We are a gateway for immigrants and refugees…an early literacy center for preschoolers…a wifi hot spot and business office for area workers…an exhibit space for artists…a technology resource for residents and visitors…a lender of books and other educational and entertaining materials… a training center for the development of new skills…the repository of Hartford’s history…a gathering place for people to relax, explore, learn, and grow.
At Hartford Public Library, you will discover a place like no other.
Through its mix of enriching resources, you can find a place that provides the spark for your conversation, the power for your passion, the courage for your soul and the food for your mind.
It is more than just pages. It is the window to knowledge and understanding of the world.
OUR SIX PRIORITIES
- Community-wide service and branches
- Commitment to literacy
- Expanded presence, profile and partnerships
- Board governance and organizational excellence
- Development and financial sustainability
- Current technology
GENERAL GUIDELINES
Programs
and exhibits are considered based on the Library’s strategic plan and mission
and available library resources. All submissions will be reviewed by the
Library’s programming staff.
PROGRAMS
Hartford
Public Library sponsors programs that support our activities, mission,
collections, and strategic plan at the Downtown Library and at neighborhood
branches.
EXHIBITIONS
The
Library showcases works of established and emerging artists—particularly from
Hartford— and/or exhibitions that focus on Hartford and Hartford’s history, which
educate, enlighten, challenge, and enrich people’s lives. All exhibitions will be curated by Library staff. Original work in
all media will be considered.
Public Program or Exhibit Proposal
GENERAL GUIDELINES
Programs
and exhibits are considered based on the Library’s strategic plan and mission
and available library resources. All submissions will be reviewed by the
Library’s programming staff. Most lectures, readings, exhibits, and
performances are done on a volunteer basis.
PROGRAMS
Hartford Public Library sponsors programs that support our activities, mission,
collections, and strategic plan at the Downtown Library and at neighborhood
branches.
EXHIBITIONS
The Library showcases works of established and emerging artists—particularly from
Hartford— and/or exhibitions that focus on Hartford and Hartford’s history, which
educate, enlighten, challenge, and enrich people’s lives. The Library gives
preference to exhibitions linked to program themes and initiatives, such as The
Big Read. All exhibitions will be curated by Library staff. Original work in
all media will be considered.
If you are interested in applying specifically for the Library’s ArtWalk, separate
submission guidelines are available at http://hplct.org/classes-seminars-exhibits/artwalk/submission-guidelines.
APPLICATIONS
A completed application includes:
· Public Program or Exhibit Proposal form (enclosed)
· A bio and/or resume
· Required support materials:
- Exhibits: Ten to twelve representative images. Images must be high-quality jpegs, at least
800x600 pixels but not larger than 1024x786 pixels. Include a corresponding
image list. - Musical performances: Website, audio and video links.
- Author talks/book promotion: Author’s name, Publisher, Publicist’s name
and contact information, and book release date.
· Any additional support materials