This chapter reflects on the conceptualization of community and considers the apparent breakdown of social ties and the lack of depth in social relations that characterize modernity. The subsequent need to foster social ties and connectedness is discussed in relation to the role of Scandinavian libraries, archives, and museums (LAMs) as public-sphere institutions and an overview is given on the LAMs’ historical and current relationships with their communities. The overview provides a backdrop to the authors’ adaption of an inner community rings principle to illustrate the ways in which LAMs can be seen to support community involvement and greater connectedness through the facilitation of dialogue and knowledge exchange. Typologies are given that elaborate on the different types of LAM community collaborations and partnerships, and lastly, the chapter offers critical reflections on the aims of the LAMs’ community engagement and their need for legitimation.