The Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum was established to preserve President Truman’s papers, books, and other historical materials, to make them accessible for exhibit and research, and to provide educational opportunities for modern audiences to appreciate the importance of citizenship, learning, and service. The Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum is part of the Presidential Libraries system administered by the National Archives and Records Administration, a federal agency. The Library uses President Truman’s life and legacy to inform, inspire, educate, and engage modern audiences about his timeless wisdom and significant contributions from which the world continues to benefit.