Jenny Barry

Jenny Barry is an accomplished librarian with a specialization in local history and extensive experience across various institutions. Currently serving as the Local History Librarian at Cook Memorial Library since October 2012, Jenny curates local history collections and manages reference services. Previous roles include Collections Assistant at the History Center of Lake Forest-Lake Bluff and the Lake Forest-Lake Bluff Historical Society, where Jenny contributed to the organization and cataloging of historical collections. A former Knowledge Manager at Abbott Laboratories, Jenny oversaw library information technology and training initiatives, fostering client-focused solutions. Educational qualifications include a Master of Public History from Loyola University Chicago and an MLS from Indiana University Bloomington, complemented by a BA in History and Comparative Politics from Augustana College, graduating magna cum laude.