New York Library Association

The New York Library Association (NYLA) is a group that promotes libraries in New York. It was founded in 1890 and was the first statewide organization of librarians in the United States. One of its founders was Melvil Dewey, who has had a lasting impact on libraries in the United States. The association was granted a provisional charter in 1929 and its Absolute Charter in 1946.

This article is about the library association. For the singer, see Nyla.
New York Library Association
Formation1890
TypeNon-profit
NGO
PurposeTo lead in the development, promotion, and improvement of library and information services and the profession of librarianship in order to enhance learning, quality of life, and equal opportunity for all New Yorkers.
HeadquartersGuilderland, New York
Region served
United States
Jeremy Johannesen
WebsiteNew York Library Association
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