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

Boise Public Library 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 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. More

 
Master Library Facility Plan

The Master Library Facility Plan provides a recommendation for expanded library services in Boise. More

Boise Public Library 2011 Community Survey

The Library surveyed users and non-users in the Boise City Area of Impact to help understand the community's future needs for library services.  More

 
Quick Facts About the Library

On an average day, over 4500 people visit a Boise Public Library facility in person!  More

Disclaimer/Privacy Policy

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