National Library Week: Celebrating Libraries & Librarians
Season 2026 Episode 13 | 37m 31s
A timely and thoughtful conversation with Daniel Montgomery, Executive Director of the ALA
Join PBS Books & Librarian, Heather-Marie Montilla for a timely and thoughtful conversation with Daniel Montgomery, Executive Director of the American Library Association (ALA), as they explore the enduring importance of libraries & librarians in shaping American society, culture, & civic life. Together, they will discuss the powerful new Independent Lens film The Librarians .
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National Library Week: Celebrating Libraries & Librarians
Season 2026 Episode 13 | 37m 31s
Join PBS Books & Librarian, Heather-Marie Montilla for a timely and thoughtful conversation with Daniel Montgomery, Executive Director of the American Library Association (ALA), as they explore the enduring importance of libraries & librarians in shaping American society, culture, & civic life. Together, they will discuss the powerful new Independent Lens film The Librarians .
Problems playing video? | Closed Captioning Feedback
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