James J. Hill Reference Library

History:

The James J. Hill Reference Library, located in Saint Paul , Minnesota , is an independent, non-profit business research organization founded in 1921. The Hill Library's core purpose is to help patrons access the practical business information they need to craft "informed business strategy" and make sound business decisions.

Mission:

To provide our clients with access to and assistance in finding the practical business information they need to succeed.

Vision:

The foundation of James J. Hill's success was predicated on his belief that reliable and timely information was one of his best business allies. As one of the nation's premier sources for practical business information, the non-profit, private, James J. Hill Reference Library is the gateway to world-class content and expert search assistance in a manner affordable to the serious information consumer.

We live in a world where information abounds, but accessing credible information is more challenging than at any other time in history. The Hill Library simplifies this process by ensuring that our clients have access to a more select group of the most authoritative resources than those typically available from one source. Our passion for providing exceptional and innovative services allows our clients to save time in locating the best sources of practical information enabling them to craft informed strategies and make better decisions.

The Hill Library honors our founder's legacy by ensuring our clients have the appropriate information they need to make substantial and lasting improvements in their performance thus contributing to the economic vitality of businesses and communities.

The Hill Library specializes in serving the information needs of entrepreneurs and small business, but also serves a broad community of users including mid-size and large businesses, students, single practitioner consultants, government employees, individuals, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations.

Membership fees, service revenue, product sales, and donations help the Library realize its goal of providing equal access to business information for all communities, regardless of income, age, race, religion, disability, or educational background. Fees and donations partially cover expenses associated with content, technology-related expenses, and provide the Library the ability to offer programs and services to students, non-profits, and other communitie.