History of Boise's Library

Boise Public Library traces its roots to February 18, 1895, when the women of the Columbian Club opened a subscription library and free reading room in City Hall. More

Mission and Vision Statement

See the Library's mission and vision statement - the community’s preferred future for Boise Public Library.  More

Boise Public Library Policy Manual

The Library's By-Laws and Policy Manual discusses a variety of topics, including library services, collection development, meeting room use, displays and exhibits and gifts and bequests. More

 
Boise Public Library Strategic Plan

The Strategic Plan serves as a guide for the future of the library. Public input helped define the community's preferred future vision for the library, and was a key element in building the nine Strategic Issues on which the plan is based.  More

 
Master Library Facility Plan

The Master Library Facility Plan provides a recommendation for expanded library services in Boise, based on a comprehensive study and analysis conducted by library consultants PROVIDENCE Associates. More

 
Facts About the Library

On an average day, over 3,600 people visit a Boise Public Library facility in person!   See Library facts and figures and get an overview of our services in the "Welcome to Boise Public Library" brochure.  More

Disclaimer/Privacy Policy

Disclaimer and privacy policy for the Boise Public Library website.  More