Public Libraries in Honolulu
United States
Public Libraries in Honolulu
Find public libraries across Honolulu — hours, addresses, digital resources and free programs near you.
15
Cities Covered
22
Libraries Listed
Free
Library Cards
Public Libraries on Oʻahu (Honolulu County)
Honolulu County covers the whole island of Oʻahu, and all of its public libraries are branches of the Hawaiʻi State Public Library System — from the 1913 Carnegie flagship downtown to neighborhood, leeward, windward and North Shore branches. Explore each location for real hours, addresses, phone numbers and what makes it distinctive:
Hawaii's public libraries are supported by the Hawaii State Public Library System and serve communities across the state. This directory covers 15 cities including Honolulu, Kailua, Pearl City, Waipahu, Aiea, Ewa Beach, Kahuku — with hours, addresses, phone numbers, and the free digital services available to Hawaii residents.
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⭐ Featured Library
Gregg M Sinclair Building (Former Library)
One of the leading public libraries in Honolulu, serving the local community with books, digital resources, programs and free Wi-Fi.
About Public Libraries in Honolulu
Honolulu has a strong network of public libraries serving communities of all sizes, from large urban centers to small rural towns. Public libraries in Honolulu provide free access to books, digital resources, broadband internet, educational programs, and community gathering spaces for all residents.
Most Honolulu public libraries offer free library cards to state residents and participate in statewide digital library programs, giving cardholders access to thousands of eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming films from home using apps like Libby (OverDrive).
Use the city directory above to find your nearest public library in Honolulu, including current hours, contact information, and details on available services and programs.
📚 What Honolulu Libraries Offer
- 📖 Books, DVDs, audiobooks & magazines
- 💻 Digital eBooks & audiobooks (Libby / OverDrive)
- 🎬 Streaming films (Kanopy or Hoopla)
- 📡 Free Wi-Fi & public computers
- 👶 Children’s storytimes & programs
- 🎓 Adult learning & literacy programs
- 📚 Interlibrary loan network
🗺️ Quick Facts
| Cities covered | 15 |
| Libraries listed | 22 |
| Digital platform | Libby / OverDrive |
| Streaming | Kanopy / Hoopla |
| Library card cost | Free for residents |
Free Digital Resources
📚 HSPLS Digital Collections & Databases — Free for Hawaii Residents
With an HSPLS card, Waianae-coast residents can borrow eBooks and audiobooks free through Libby / OverDrive and stream and search the system's licensed research databases — homework help, newspapers, and reference tools — from any device, no trip to the branch required.
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