Writers in the Library -- Spring 2014
Project Details by Fiscal Year
Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$4,552
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
April 2014
End Date
May 2014
Counties Affected
Hennepin
Project Overview
Writer in residence. Includes public presentation.
Project Details
81 attendees
Competitive Grant Making Body
Project Details: Fiscal Year
Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2013 Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 4
Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$4,552
Other Funds Leveraged
$500
Direct expenses
$5,052
Number of full time equivalents funded
n/a
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)
Patrons will have an increased awareness of libraries as creative spaces & centers for cultural exchange. Creative community will utilize libraries when creating new works. Underutilized collections or services may gain publicity and see increase in use.
Measurable Outcome(s)
As a result of this program, 61% became aware of the Northeast Library. 83% said the program made them think differently about libraries. After this program, 83% said they would consider using the library for a creative project. Selected comments: “I feel excited to explore [library] resources and find unexpected inspiration.” “I've always used the library for research to make art, but never thought of using it to reach out to the community to create and share. “
Source of Additional Funds
Coffeehouse Press
Project Manager
First Name
Chris
Last Name
Olson
Organization Name
MELSA
Street Address
1619 Dayton Avenue, Suite 314
City
Saint Paul
State
MN
Zip Code
55104
Phone
651-645-5731
Email
chris@melsa.org
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