A library card for the Library System of Lancaster County will be issued without charge to any resident of Lancaster County who is five years old or more.
In order to obtain a library card, you will need to fill out and submit a library card application. You can print the form from the file below.
Applicants will need to produce proof of address from one of the following sources:
- A valid driver’s license
- A current identification card
- A bill from a utility company or retailer addressed to the person and dated in the last three months
- A tax bill for a Lancaster County property
- Working papers issued to a teenager
- A copy of a current lease or deed for a Lancaster County property
- Checks with a pre-printed Lancaster County address
- Valid Lancaster County college/university ID
A child under the age of 14 years must have the library card application form signed by a parent or legal guardian who agrees to assume responsibility for monitoring the materials borrowed by the child, as well as the child’s fines and the cost of any lost or damaged materials.
Library Card Application
Click Here for a library card application. Print it out and complete the information. Take the completed form to your local library to obtain your library card!
To apply for a temporary library card number online. Please visit https://catalog.lancasterlibraries.org/selfreg .
Where can I use my Library Card?
One library card is valid at all libraries throughout the Library System. Library cards are available free at all local libraries and the Bookmobile. All that is required is a valid form of identification. For children under 14, a parent or guardian signature is required. In addition to the standard type card that fits in your wallet, we also offer a key-ring card that will help ensure that your library card is always at your fingertips.
Chasquido aquí para el uso de tarjeta de biblioteca. Imprímalo y complete la información. ¡Tome la formulario completada a su biblioteca local para obtener su tarjeta de biblioteca!
Online Application
To apply for a temporary library card number online. Please visit https://catalog.lancasterlibraries.org/selfreg .
Where can I use my Library Card?
One library card is valid at all libraries throughout the Library System. Library cards are available free at all local libraries and the Bookmobile. All that is required is a valid form of identification. For children under 14, a parent or guardian signature is required. In addition to the standard type card that fits in your wallet, we also offer a key-ring card that will help ensure that your library card is always at your fingertips.
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