Public Libraries in Colorado
United States
Public Libraries in Colorado
Find public libraries across Colorado — hours, addresses, digital resources and free programs near you.
20
Cities Covered
20
Libraries Listed
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Library Cards
Colorado's public libraries are supported by the Colorado State Library and serve communities across the state. This directory covers 21 cities including Colorado Springs, Boulder, Aurora, Littleton, Basalt, Bayfield, Berthoud — with hours, addresses, phone numbers, and the free digital services available to Colorado residents.
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⭐ Featured Library
Lyons Regional Library District
One of the leading public libraries in Colorado, serving the local community with books, digital resources, programs and free Wi-Fi.
About Public Libraries in Colorado
Colorado has a strong network of public libraries serving communities of all sizes, from busy city systems to small rural reading rooms. Supported by the Colorado State Library, these libraries provide free access to books, digital resources, broadband internet, educational programs, and community gathering spaces for all residents.
Most Colorado 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 Colorado, including current hours, contact information, and details on available services and programs.
📚 What Colorado 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 | 20 |
| Libraries listed | 20 |
| Digital platform | Libby / OverDrive |
| Streaming | Kanopy / Hoopla |
| Library card cost | Free for residents |
Free Digital Resources
📚 Colorado Virtual Library & AskColorado — Free for Colorado Residents
Every Colorado resident with a local library card can use the statewide research databases licensed by the Colorado State Library, the Colorado Virtual Library gateway, free interlibrary loan, and AskColorado 24/7 online reference. eBook lending is offered through your participating local library (the Across Colorado Digital Consortium on OverDrive/Libby and the AspenCat shared catalog).
🎫 New to the library in Colorado? See our step-by-step guide on how to get a library card — what you need, applying online, non-resident options and cards for kids.
Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful Library Guides
New to using a public library in Colorado? These step-by-step guides explain how cards, eBooks, and borrowing work at libraries across the state and the country.
Borrow eBooks FreeLibby, hoopla & Kanopy →
Interlibrary Loan ExplainedRequest books from other libraries →
Non-Resident Library CardsCards if you live out of area →
Free Online Resources by StateDatabases free with your card →
U.S. Libraries by the NumbersOfficial IMLS data by state →
Explore More in Colorado
More ways to find a public library in Colorado — the Denver city directory and two of the state's largest county library systems.
🏛 Denver CountyCounty-wide library system →
🏛 Pueblo CountyPueblo City-County Library District →
Special services at Colorado libraries
Beyond books, many Colorado public libraries offer these services — browse the verified, up-to-date list for each: