Welcome to the Nebraska Library Association
The Nebraska Library Association supports and promotes all libraries, library media centers and library services in the state. Its foremost concerns are the professional development of its members, library advocacy, and open access to information for all citizens.
News & Events
Past Issues of LibLite Newsletter
Libraries of Nebraska
Every library has a story worth telling, and we want to hear yours! The Nebraska Library Association is celebrating the libraries, people, programs, and communities that make Nebraska's libraries special. Whether you're a public, academic, school, or special library, we invite you to share what makes your library unique. Tell us about your favorite programs, unexpected discoveries, community partnerships, or the little things that make your library a special place.
Looking Back at Advocacy Day 2026
Thank you to everyone who participated in NLA Advocacy Day 2026. We’re grateful for the opportunity to come together, share the impact of libraries, and advocate for communities across Nebraska.
Explore Previous NLA Meetings
Browse our Previous Meetings page to revisit past NLA events, including conference sessions, section meetings, and Advocacy Day. It’s a great way to look back at recent programs and stay connected with the work happening across the association.
Awards and Scholarships
Golden Sower Award
The Golden Sower Award Nebraska’s children’s choice literary award, inviting K–12 students statewide to vote for their favorite books from annual nominee lists. Sponsored by the Nebraska Library Association, the program encourages a lifelong love of reading and celebrates excellence in children’s literature.
Nixon Scholarship
The Louise A. Nixon Scholarship Fund was established to help each recipient reach for Nixon’s goals of dedication and vision. This scholarship supports students who pursue full- or part-time graduate-level library education.
Meritorious Service Award and Mari Sandoz Award
The Nebraska Library Association presents the Meritorious Service and Mari Sandoz Awards, honoring excellence in library advocacy and Nebraska’s literary world. View the awards page or submit your nominations .
PLTS Awards
The Public Library and Trustee Section of the Nebraska Library Association presents the Excalibur Award to honor an outstanding public librarian’s career achievements and service. The Advocacy Award recognizes individuals or groups demonstrating exceptional support for their local library community.
Mad Hatter Award
The purpose of the Mad Hatter Award is to recognize an individual member of the Nebraska Library Profession who has made an outstanding contribution to School, Children’s and Young People’s librarianship and library development.
Gumdrop Books NLA Conference Scholarship
The Gumdrop Books NLA Conference Scholarship supports professional growth by helping a Nebraska librarian attend the annual NLA conference. The scholarship covers registration and helps offset hotel or transportation costs.
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