Program and Project Activities of the National Libraries of Siberia and the Far East: The Initial Stage

The study summarizes information on the program and project activities of national libraries operating in five republics of the Russian Federation: Altai, Tuva, Khakassia, Buryatia and Sakha (Yakutia). The participation of these institutions in the creation and implementation of projects and programs at various levels for the period from 1990 to 2000 is considered. Comparing data obtained from scientific publications, annual reports and materials posted on official websites, the authors conclude that the introduction of project work methods in the activities of the republican libraries in most cases is connected with a change in their status in 1990-1998.