Resources for Pennsylvanians

Online resources are available to all Pennsylvanians from the State Library and POWER Library. Explore other resources at your local library! 

Overview

The State Library of Pennsylvania welcomes all who want to learn about its resources. It encourages everyone to explore its services and collections. 

The Library's basic mission is to provide and preserve the stories of Pennsylvania while also providing assistance to the Commonwealth government. Our collection is particularly strong in the fields of public administration, economics, political science, statistics, education, public services, as well as North American, United States and Pennsylvania history.​​

Chat with a Librarian

​The Chat with a Librarian service is a​ part of POWER Library. Chat, email, or text with a librarian 24/7.

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Call us

Call the State Library’s Reference Desk at:

(717) 783-5950

Email us

Email the State Library reference staff at ra-reflib@pa.gov.

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Fill out online form

Complete the online Reference Form.

Reference Form