About Us

AI4LAM — Artificial Intelligence for Libraries, Archives, and Museums — was initially launched as a network in 2018, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU 2018) between the National Library of Norway and Stanford University Libraries on 7 December 2018. The MoU initiated the first activities in applying AI to transform, support, and shape cultural heritage and research, contributing to the commonwealth of knowledge for the benefit of humankind. The second MoU between the National Library of Norway and Stanford University Libraries was signed in June 2024 (MoU 2024) to advance the concepts and projects of AI4LAM to a new level.

On 3 December 2025, AI4LAM was formally constituted as an organization with more than 40 institutions across the globe joining forces to create a better fantastic future for the AI-driven digital transformation of cultural heritage. Together, we have signed a new MoU 2025, marking a fresh and sustainable beginning for our AI4LAM organization.

Vision

AI4LAM envisions a future where the collective strength of libraries, archives, and museums drives innovation in the cultural heritage sector through responsible, reliable, and trustworthy AI solutions, fostering cultural development and societal growth for a better tomorrow.

Aim

AI4LAM aims to empower Member Organizations to serve as ambassadors for the responsible implementation of AI in GLAMs by providing a strategic platform for discussion, knowledge sharing and collaboration while developing and promoting the implementation of shared ethical AI practices and tools.

Mission

AI4LAM is a technologically focused organization dedicated to advancing development, enhancing knowledge, and accelerating the adoption of AI applications and solutions in, for, and by libraries, archives, and museums. By uniting efforts and sharing concrete experiences, AI4LAM will drive the digital transformation of cultural heritage while cultivating a knowledge base and educational resources for cultural heritage professionals worldwide.

Organizational Structure and Governance

AI4LAM has the following governance bodies:

• Advisory Council,
• Board of Directors,
• Secretary General, and
• Secretariat.

AI4LAM has the following operational bodies: Expert Committee, Program Chapters, and Working Groups, along with any additional entities as deemed necessary, such as Advisory Boards, Programme Committees, Regional Units, National Nodes and similar.

• Home page
• Member Organizations