THE LIBRARY IS A CULTURAL CENTRE
THE LIBRARY IS A CULTURAL CENTRE
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2015-03-17
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NDAKOTSU, T. M.
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Abstract
Culture is one word that is in common use yet not well
understood. This article, in highlighting the dynamic role
of the library in the cultural process begins by defining and
explaining, culture. Because of its importance in the
everyday life of the society there is need for the
establishment of a cultural policy. But then this policy can
be actualized only with the total involvement of the library
whose role is carried out in the preservation, promotion and
presentation of culture. Indeed, Nigeria's own cultural
policy has spelt out for the library the part it is to play.
The historical role of the library has included
preservation of records and as a physical structure it has
combined too the role of a cultural centre.
Therefore, as the home of research as the repository of
records and documents, as the venue for exhibitions,
artefacts, etc. the library's role as a cultural centre
encompassing the past, the present, and the future is
indisputable
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LIBRARY,, CULTURAL,, CENTRE.