Collection development is an important part of a vibrant library system. Librarians want to include titles, authors, and subjects that resonate with the particular readers in the community (at a particular time). The ultimate goal is for all readers to "have the opportunity to visit old favorites, keep up with current favorites, and discover new favorites."
The Salem Public Library Foundation Board strives to build the Salem Public Library's collection.
We understand the importance of continually adding current materials for patron use and enjoyment.
The Salem Public Library Foundation Board strives to build the Salem Public Library's collection.
We understand the importance of continually adding current materials for patron use and enjoyment.
Build Collections through Designated Gifts
The Salem Public Library offers its patrons more than 350,000 items, including print and audio books, DVDs and videos, music CDs, and electronic resources. Salem residents enthusiastically use their library, borrowing 1.3 million items per year. New titles are continually being added so as to maintain a current list of offerings for the community. of Salem. Designated gifts to the Salem Public Library Foundation help purchase books and materials for the Salem Public Library, thus maintaining and growing this vibrant collection.
The Salem Public Library offers its patrons more than 350,000 items, including print and audio books, DVDs and videos, music CDs, and electronic resources. Salem residents enthusiastically use their library, borrowing 1.3 million items per year. New titles are continually being added so as to maintain a current list of offerings for the community. of Salem. Designated gifts to the Salem Public Library Foundation help purchase books and materials for the Salem Public Library, thus maintaining and growing this vibrant collection.