Runyon,
L. (Host). (2013, February 2). How to save a public library: make it a seed
bank. [Radio broadcast episode]. https://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2013/02/02/170846948
/how-to-save-a-public-library-make-it-a-seed-bank
In 2013, NPR did a brief
news segment about five public libraries that incorporate seed libraries into
their environment. NPR described the action of hosting seed libraries
within public library institutions as an act that could potentially “save” the library.
This bold statement is something to remember in the broader discussion about
the library’s role and relevance in today’s world. The fact that seeds are open
and accessible to the public aligns perfectly with the mission of the library
to provide easily accessible and equitable resources. While the growth of seed
libraries within public libraries is still on the rise, the impacts and success
of their development could be measured favorably.
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