AGENCY TESTIMONY
Introduction to NYPL's support for indigenous arts, culture, and history
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Jason Baumann, Director for Collection Development and Global Studies at the New York Public Library, introduces the library's efforts to support indigenous arts, culture, and history in New York City. He outlines the scope of his testimony, covering research collections, special events, exhibits, and branch library initiatives.
- Emphasizes NYPL's support for both materials by and about indigenous peoples
- Indicates that the testimony will cover various aspects of NYPL's offerings
Jason Baumann
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Good morning.
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My name is Jason Baumann, and I am the Susan and Douglas Dillon director for collection development and global studies at the New York Public Library.
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I would like to thank chair Rivera, speaker Adams, and the members of this committee for inviting me to test by today.
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It is a privilege to share the work NYPL does to support the arts, culture, and history of indigenous people in New York City.
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Today, I will be I will be talking about this topic with respect to our research collections, special events and exhibits, and initiatives within our branch libraries.
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You will observe that NYPL's support of the arts, culture, and history of indigenous peoples speaks to collections and initiatives both by and about this demographic.
