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Open Source ILS Initiative

The Indiana State Library is funding a pilot project coordinated in part by the Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (Zionsville) to establish an Open Source ILS program based upon the Georgia EVERGREEN model. Evergreen was developed using open source software by the Georgia Public Library Service (GPLS). The enterprise-class library automation system helps library patrons find library materials, and helps libraries manage, catalog, and circulate those materials, no matter how large or complex the libraries. Evergreen debuted with an Online Catalog, Circulation, Cataloging, and Reports, and all transactions, customer records, and online catalog records were migrated from the former system. Currently, Evergreen has more software in development like the acquisitions/serials module, among many others.

Currently, there are 107 libraries participating in the initiative, including 94 public libraries representing 59.5% of Indiana's population. The State Library is providing LSTA funding to launch the open source ILS project.

Indiana Evergreen Resources:
FAQ's
Presentation: Indiana open source ILS initiative - 3/6/2008
Comparison of Indiana and Georgia Evergreen Projects
Participating Libraries
Final Agenda
Network and Server Equipment
Internet resources about open source integrated library system software, product demos, and installation instructions
Open Source and Evergreen Glossary

Georgia Evergreen Resources:
Evergreen - Press Release
PINES Survey
Presentation from PINES at the Indiana State Library – 8/30/2007
Evergreen Bylaws
Code of Ethics
Intent Agreement
Membership Agreement
Mission and Goals
How to access the Evergreen demo on windows

For more information about the State Library’s open source ILS initiative and corresponding LSTA grants, please contact the Library Development Office.