This week (April 4-10, 2021) is National Library Week. Did you know that libraries are linked to well-being and happiness?

Libraries play a critical role in the happiness of Americans.

Communities that spend more on libraries, parks and highways are shown to support the well-being of community members.


Patrick Flavin. State government public goods spending and citizens’ quality of life. Social Science Research, 2018; DOI: 10.1016/j.ssresearch.2018.11.004

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