Programs & Services

Resources and Services for Libraries

The Office of Commonwealth Libraries' Bureau of Library Development strengthens and improves Pennsylvania's library services by:

  • Providing advisory services and continuing education for library staff and volunteer leadership at public, school, academic, and special libraries;
  • Coordinating and funding library services and programs, such as POWER Library or Library Services for the Visually Impaired and Disabled;
  • Awarding state Keystone Recreation, Park, and Conservation Act grants to public libraries for construction and renovation projects; and
  • Collecting financial and statistical data (primarily from public libraries).

Directory of PA Libraries

This directory contains the contact information for Pennsylvania public, academic, institution, and other special libraries throughout the Commonwealth.

Programs and Services

Professional consultation and support are provided to more than 600 public library facilities in Pennsylvania, as well as to library staff in state agencies, schools, colleges, museums, corporations, and private organizations throughout Pennsylvania in an effort to increase access, collaboration and promote professional development.  Programs and services are supported through the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the U.S. Institute of Museums and Libraries Services Grants to State program.

Laws and Regulations

The Public Library Code contains Pennsylvania statutes responsible for the operation and maintenance of the State Library of Pennsylvania and the coordination of a statewide system of local (public) libraries. 

Research & Statistics

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School Libraries

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