The Settlement Library Project™

The Settlement Library Project™
"Providing educational and service opportunities for the people of the mountains, while keeping them mindful of their heritage."

To the Rural and Solo Librarian . . .

"So long, farewell, auf wiedersehen and adieu", I am retiring from librarianship!

What I consider as the last puzzle piece in Appalachia, ‘The Settlement Library Project’ will always promote the establishment of cultural community information centers in rural mountain communities (as a library outreach initiative) by utilizing the skills and knowledge of the local residents. 

I hope all of you rural and solo librarians will find the content of this blog useful while traveling the library road; and remember to follow the fire-path when taking your non-traditional route over the mountain.

Don't be the librarian left behind! Be a Free Agent librarian -- NOT an institution. 

Good Fortune Favors the Bold!


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Remembering the Old Home Place of Rural Appalachia

Remembering the Old Home Place of Rural Appalachia
by PL Van Nest - used by permission (click on image to access collection)