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can do culture
public libraries
The role of
public libraries
in fueling a
can do culture
Sharon VanderKaay
“...people centric and purpose driven...”
HalifaxPublicLibrariesLaunches NewBrandandFive-YearStrategicPlan
Halifax Central Library
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Design: Schmidt Hammer Lassen, 2014
The need for a purpose statement
Public libraries can frame their purpose in ways that
expand their influence and attract greater financial
support. Most public libraries have not defined why they
exist in empathic terms. Instead, they refer to services
provided and vague support for innovation.
Meanwhile, citizens of all ages cope with the challenges of
social isolation and the need to continuously develop their
capabilities and confidence. AI integration is a looming,
anxiety-producing concern.
Using an empathy-based approach, the following questions
are designed to reveal an urgent, valuable role for public
libraries in fueling a can do culture.
In a post-industrial era, why is
a “can do culture” essential?
British Library, London, UK
Architect: Colin St John Wilson, 1998
Bronze sculpture 'NEWTON' by
Eduardo Paolozzi
How will we as
a society
develop the
hidden talents
of people
who feel
isolated, neglected
and trapped in a
self-limiting
“can’t do culture”
that depends on
external answers
?PitmenPainters
AshlingtonGroup,1934-84
Northumberland,UK
Currently we see political upheaval being fueled
in part by shifts in technology. The changing
nature of jobs is leaving some workers behind.
Seattle Public Library
Seattle, Washington USA
Design: Rem Koolhaas and
Joshua Prince-Ramus, OMA, 2004
TorontoPublicLibrary
Toronto,Ontario,Canada
human
resourceful
active participants
inclusive, collaborative
work with purpose and dignity
proactive, take initiative
sense of agency
self-reliant
personally invested
DIY + do-it-with-others
pride in creating
experiment, adapt
answers are within us Seattle Public Library
Seattle, Washington USA
What ifpublic libraries communicated a
higher purpose that specifically addresses
what people of all ages need today?
LibraryofBirmingham
Birmingham,UK
Architect:FrancineHouben,MechanooArchitecten,2013
StructuralEngineer:BuroHappold
inscription: "The Wealth Of The Mind Is The Only True Wealth”
This is the first public library I encountered
as a child. It sparked a lifelong spirit of
curiosity and appreciation for knowledge.
Detroit Public Library, Skillman Branch
Detroit, Michigan USA
Detroit’s first branch library, 1932
This is where I learned to do self-directed
discovery on a wide range of topics.
Detroit Public Library, Skillman Branch
Detroit, Michigan USA
As the nature of jobs continues to change,
how can public libraries vastly expand their role
in society beyond helping us to know more?
DiegoRivera,“DetroitIndustryMurals” 1932-33
Detroit InstituteofArts
Detroit Public Library
Detroit, Michigan USA
How might public libraries fuel a “can do culture”
of widespread opportunity and abundance?
How can public libraries spark optimistic, creative
approaches to our technology integration challenges?
Science Museum, London
How can public libraries communicate
this expanded, can do purpose?
Seattle Public Library
Seattle, Washington USA
Design: Rem Koolhaas and Joshua Prince-Ramus, OMA, 2004
Purpose-driven Halifax Central Library has instilled an
sense of can-do pride in citizens. The design facilitates
capability-building, community and collaboration.
Halifax Central Library
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Design: Schmidt Hammer Lassen, 2014
Halifax Central Library
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Design: Schmidt Hammer Lassen, 2014
Students work on projects together in the new
Halifax Central Library collaboration booths.
Citizens contributed to public art on the wall behind
the reception desk at Halifax Central Library.
Halifax Central Library
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Design: Schmidt Hammer Lassen, 2014
This public art project also connects Haligonians
with local, character-defining historic events.
Halifax Central Library
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Design: Schmidt Hammer Lassen, 2014
Ann Arbor District Library
Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
In Ann Arbor, residents can borrow Science Tools,
Music Tools, Art Tools—everything from telescopes
to synthesizers to spinning wheels.
Ann Arbor District Library
Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
The AADL
helps you
do what
you want
to do.
Ann Arbor District Library
Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
Science Tools and the Secret Lab at Ann Arbor District Library
Ann Arbor District Library
Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
A wide range of tools and outdoor
games can be borrowed from AADL.
Extensive roof gardens at the Library of Birmingham
promote learning and appreciation of local plants.
LibraryofBirmingham
Birmingham,UK
Architect:FrancineHouben,MechanooArchitecten,2013
StructuralEngineer:BuroHappold
LibraryofBirmingham
Birmingham,UK
Architect:FrancineHouben,MechanooArchitecten,2013
StructuralEngineer:BuroHappold
The publicly accessible roof provides fresh perspective and
highlights Birmingham’s qualities as a “biophilic city”:
http://biophiliccities.org/partner-cities/birmingham-uk/
What is a “can’t do culture” today?
“Nothing we can do about it!”
“We’re stuck.”
There’s no other way...”
people are passive observers
exclusionary, isolated
disabling, "tell me what to do”
feeling overwhelmed
do it for me
anti-experiment, fear of mistakes
aiming for perfection
technology centric
anti-social
learned helplessness
answer is with someone else
What if public libraries communicated their
purpose beyond the services they provide...
Seattle Public Library
Seattle, Washington USA
Design: OMA, 2004
MakerFestival2014
TorontoPublicLibrary
...emphasizing how they benefit society and expand
what citizens of all ages and capabilities can do?
How might this higher purpose affect
a library’s mission and vision?
Halifax Central Library
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Design: Schmidt Hammer Lassen, 2014
How might public libraries present themselves
differently to funders and entrepreneurs?
LibraryofBirmingham
Birmingham,UK
How would public libraries communicate that
they are “can-do focused” as well as being
respected institutions for research,
knowledge creation and preservation?
LibraryofBirmingham
Birmingham,UK
Architect:FrancineHouben,MechanooArchitecten,2013
StructuralEngineer:BuroHappold
LibraryofBirmingham
Birmingham,UK
...though not inexplicable.
summary
1. Framing matters
Craft a benefits-oriented, empathic Purpose Statement for your library.
2. Message matters
Use words that mean something that’s valued by citizens and visitors
(vs. vague mention of innovation)
3. Mind the “Say—Do Gap”
What people see speaks louder than words. What do you want your
library to say? How does the library user experience compare with your
Purpose Statement?
Sharon VanderKaay
twitter: @svkaay

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The Role of Public Libraries in Fueling a Can Do Culture

  • 1. can do culture public libraries The role of public libraries in fueling a can do culture Sharon VanderKaay
  • 2. “...people centric and purpose driven...” HalifaxPublicLibrariesLaunches NewBrandandFive-YearStrategicPlan Halifax Central Library Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Design: Schmidt Hammer Lassen, 2014
  • 3. The need for a purpose statement Public libraries can frame their purpose in ways that expand their influence and attract greater financial support. Most public libraries have not defined why they exist in empathic terms. Instead, they refer to services provided and vague support for innovation. Meanwhile, citizens of all ages cope with the challenges of social isolation and the need to continuously develop their capabilities and confidence. AI integration is a looming, anxiety-producing concern. Using an empathy-based approach, the following questions are designed to reveal an urgent, valuable role for public libraries in fueling a can do culture.
  • 4. In a post-industrial era, why is a “can do culture” essential? British Library, London, UK Architect: Colin St John Wilson, 1998 Bronze sculpture 'NEWTON' by Eduardo Paolozzi
  • 5. How will we as a society develop the hidden talents of people who feel isolated, neglected and trapped in a self-limiting “can’t do culture” that depends on external answers ?PitmenPainters AshlingtonGroup,1934-84 Northumberland,UK
  • 6. Currently we see political upheaval being fueled in part by shifts in technology. The changing nature of jobs is leaving some workers behind. Seattle Public Library Seattle, Washington USA Design: Rem Koolhaas and Joshua Prince-Ramus, OMA, 2004
  • 8. human resourceful active participants inclusive, collaborative work with purpose and dignity proactive, take initiative sense of agency self-reliant personally invested DIY + do-it-with-others pride in creating experiment, adapt answers are within us Seattle Public Library Seattle, Washington USA
  • 9. What ifpublic libraries communicated a higher purpose that specifically addresses what people of all ages need today? LibraryofBirmingham Birmingham,UK Architect:FrancineHouben,MechanooArchitecten,2013 StructuralEngineer:BuroHappold
  • 10. inscription: "The Wealth Of The Mind Is The Only True Wealth” This is the first public library I encountered as a child. It sparked a lifelong spirit of curiosity and appreciation for knowledge. Detroit Public Library, Skillman Branch Detroit, Michigan USA Detroit’s first branch library, 1932
  • 11. This is where I learned to do self-directed discovery on a wide range of topics. Detroit Public Library, Skillman Branch Detroit, Michigan USA
  • 12. As the nature of jobs continues to change, how can public libraries vastly expand their role in society beyond helping us to know more? DiegoRivera,“DetroitIndustryMurals” 1932-33 Detroit InstituteofArts
  • 13. Detroit Public Library Detroit, Michigan USA How might public libraries fuel a “can do culture” of widespread opportunity and abundance?
  • 14. How can public libraries spark optimistic, creative approaches to our technology integration challenges? Science Museum, London
  • 15. How can public libraries communicate this expanded, can do purpose? Seattle Public Library Seattle, Washington USA Design: Rem Koolhaas and Joshua Prince-Ramus, OMA, 2004
  • 16. Purpose-driven Halifax Central Library has instilled an sense of can-do pride in citizens. The design facilitates capability-building, community and collaboration. Halifax Central Library Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Design: Schmidt Hammer Lassen, 2014
  • 17. Halifax Central Library Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Design: Schmidt Hammer Lassen, 2014 Students work on projects together in the new Halifax Central Library collaboration booths.
  • 18. Citizens contributed to public art on the wall behind the reception desk at Halifax Central Library. Halifax Central Library Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Design: Schmidt Hammer Lassen, 2014
  • 19. This public art project also connects Haligonians with local, character-defining historic events. Halifax Central Library Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Design: Schmidt Hammer Lassen, 2014
  • 20. Ann Arbor District Library Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA In Ann Arbor, residents can borrow Science Tools, Music Tools, Art Tools—everything from telescopes to synthesizers to spinning wheels.
  • 21. Ann Arbor District Library Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA The AADL helps you do what you want to do.
  • 22. Ann Arbor District Library Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA Science Tools and the Secret Lab at Ann Arbor District Library
  • 23. Ann Arbor District Library Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA A wide range of tools and outdoor games can be borrowed from AADL.
  • 24. Extensive roof gardens at the Library of Birmingham promote learning and appreciation of local plants. LibraryofBirmingham Birmingham,UK Architect:FrancineHouben,MechanooArchitecten,2013 StructuralEngineer:BuroHappold
  • 25. LibraryofBirmingham Birmingham,UK Architect:FrancineHouben,MechanooArchitecten,2013 StructuralEngineer:BuroHappold The publicly accessible roof provides fresh perspective and highlights Birmingham’s qualities as a “biophilic city”: http://biophiliccities.org/partner-cities/birmingham-uk/
  • 26. What is a “can’t do culture” today?
  • 27. “Nothing we can do about it!” “We’re stuck.” There’s no other way...” people are passive observers exclusionary, isolated disabling, "tell me what to do” feeling overwhelmed do it for me anti-experiment, fear of mistakes aiming for perfection technology centric anti-social learned helplessness answer is with someone else
  • 28. What if public libraries communicated their purpose beyond the services they provide... Seattle Public Library Seattle, Washington USA Design: OMA, 2004
  • 29. MakerFestival2014 TorontoPublicLibrary ...emphasizing how they benefit society and expand what citizens of all ages and capabilities can do?
  • 30. How might this higher purpose affect a library’s mission and vision? Halifax Central Library Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Design: Schmidt Hammer Lassen, 2014
  • 31. How might public libraries present themselves differently to funders and entrepreneurs? LibraryofBirmingham Birmingham,UK
  • 32. How would public libraries communicate that they are “can-do focused” as well as being respected institutions for research, knowledge creation and preservation? LibraryofBirmingham Birmingham,UK Architect:FrancineHouben,MechanooArchitecten,2013 StructuralEngineer:BuroHappold
  • 34. summary 1. Framing matters Craft a benefits-oriented, empathic Purpose Statement for your library. 2. Message matters Use words that mean something that’s valued by citizens and visitors (vs. vague mention of innovation) 3. Mind the “Say—Do Gap” What people see speaks louder than words. What do you want your library to say? How does the library user experience compare with your Purpose Statement?