WGBH partnership
Boston Public Library, Mass.
Innovation Synopsis
A WGBH News satellite bureau and studio occupies the new enterprise retail space established in conjunction with the renovation of the Boston Public Library’s Central Library. WGBH broadcasts a variety of programming, drawing an audience for a popular local talk radio broadcast. WGBH and the BPL are collaborating on programming.
Challenge/Opportunity
WGBH aligns with the mission of the Boston Public Library as a center of community gathering and learning, providing engaging programs to library patrons and visitors.
Key Elements of Innovation
This unique collaboration is believed to be one of the first in the world between a library and in-house news entity.
Achieved Outcomes
The addition of the WGBH News satellite bureau and studio is innovative, and an unexpected experience for our first-time users. The unique collaboration reinforces the creativity of the BPL brand, and creates a modern, 21st century library experience for visitors, combining news, coffee and library resources.
