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Jan 1, 1212
Council of Paris
In 1212, the Council of Paris issued an order that stated those of religious orders were forbidden to "formulate any vow against lending books to those who are in need of them." -
Jan 1, 1400
Renaissance
European countries begin building and opening libraries. The Vatican Library was opened in Italy, and Cosimo de Medici established a collection of books, forming the basis for the Lorentian Library, -
Massachusetts Bay Colony
The first colony to pass a law requiring that all male children be taught to read and be educated in preparation of employment. -
Gabriel Naudé
Published a textbook on how he believed one should expand one's collection of books. -
Library Company of Philadelphia
The Library Company of Philadelphia was the most famous library company, and was originally housed in Independence Hall. It was started by Benjamin Franklin and company. -
New England Literacy Rate
In 1790, the literacy rate of males in New England had grown to 90%. It was thought so because most men could easily sign their names. -
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Andrew Carnegie
More than 1,700 libraries were built with the help of Andrew Carnegie. -
Libraries in Germany
The German Library of Frankfurt was founded. -
Library Services Act
Library Service Act was passed by Congress, to help expand the services of libraries to rural areas. -
Libraries and the Internet
During the 1990s, schools and libraries begin to connect to the internet. The use of technology greatly benefits libraries.
