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Board approves Memorandum of Understanding with Metro Arts to expand art-lending program

5407233 · July 16, 2025
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Summary

The board voted to approve a memorandum of understanding with the Metro Nashville Arts Commission to continue and expand the library's Art Lending Library program, which loans local artists' works to patrons; staff reported 100% checkout of some collections and low rates of artwork damage.

The Nashville Public Library Board approved a memorandum of understanding with the Metro Nashville Arts Commission to formalize roles in operating the Art Lending Library, expanding access to locally produced artworks at branch locations.

The MOU matters because it establishes responsibilities for purchasing, framing, installation and maintenance of loaned works while the library handles daily circulation…

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