American Corners in Sri Lanka

An American Corner is a cultural center focusing on United States society, culture and values. U.S Embassy, Colombo has established two American Corners in Sri Lanka and one in Maldives.

Two American Corners in Sri Lanka are housed at Kandy Public Library and South Eastern University, Oluvil. They provide a collection of books and other resources highlighting key aspects of life in the U.S.

Kandy American Corner

Kandy American Corner Set up as a partnership between U.S. Embassy Colombo and Kandy Municipal Council, the “Corner” also functions as a potential meeting place for U.S. related activities in Kandy.

The Corner is housed in the First floor of the Kandy Public Library. AC materials are for reference and lending, and can be checked out of the library by the Public Library members. Resources offered in the American Corner include a collection on U.S history, geography, government, popular culture and arts, plus US education.

Products & Services

1. Books and Multimedia Collections: Provide current and reliable information on various subjects including American studies, history, economics, management, business, politics, law and democracy, as well as English teaching and student advising.
2. Periodicals and Newspapers: Current issues of approximately 30 popular American periodicals and USA Today newspaper. 
3. U.S. Government Materials: Electronic journals, reports, and information on U.S. Government programs and grants, educational opportunities, and possibilities for financial support in the United States. 
4. CD-ROM Databases: Worldbook Encyclopedia, Encyclopedia Britannica, Microsoft Encarta Encyclopedia, an unabridged English dictionary, and almost 20 other databases on American history, laws, politics and government. 
5. Hi-Speed Internet Access: With guidance from professional reference staff for fast and efficient information retrieval. 
6. American Satellite Programs: Broadcasted from the Voice of America in Washington D.C. through a special satellite system, these programs offer not only current news from the U.S. and around the world, but also interesting youth, pop culture, health, business and science programs.
7. Cultural Programs: The Corners host U.S. Speaker programs, educational exchange programs, cultural events and exhibits to promote mutual understanding between Sri Lanka and the United States
8. Reprints of Articles: American Corner will provide photocopies of articles on request.  This program is coordinated by the American Center in Colombo.
   American Corner in Kandy is open to the public during library business hours. For more details on services and current programs at the Corner, please contact the addresses below:
   
   Librarian, American Corner
   Kandy Public Library
   Kandy
   Tel: 081 2223 716
   e.mail: imyazuk@gmail.com