Call for Conference to Commemorate the 100th Anniversary of Ahar Public Library

The Public Libraries Department of Ahar has issued a call for papers and presentations for a conference celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Ahar Public Library.

This major event aims to highlight the historical role and cultural impact of the library over the past century, as well as discuss its future prospects and challenges.

The conference committee invites researchers, academics, librarians, and cultural enthusiasts to submit their articles and studies related to the history of public libraries in Iran, the role of libraries in community development, and specific contributions of the Ahar Public Library.

Key themes for submissions include: the socio-cultural impact of the Ahar Public Library, its architectural history, prominent librarians and benefactors, and strategies for modernizing library services.

The deadline for abstract submission is 2024-11-15, and full papers are due by 2024-12-31. The conference is scheduled to take place on 2025-02-10 at the Ahar Cultural Center.