Public Libraries in Gwinnett County, Georgia

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Public Libraries in Gwinnett County, Georgia

Gwinnett County Public Library runs 15 branches serving nearly one million residents across metro Atlanta’s Gwinnett County — from Georgia’s first LEED-Gold library at Hamilton Mill to the Hooper-Renwick themed Black studies branch in Lawrenceville.

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📚 About Gwinnett County Public Library

Gwinnett County Public Library (GCPL) operates 15 branches across Gwinnett County, Georgia — part of metro Atlanta and one of the state’s most populous and diverse counties. The system ranges from the LEED-Gold Hamilton Mill branch (Georgia’s first LEED Gold public library) and the newly rebuilt Duluth and Norcross branches to the Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick themed library, home to a dedicated Black Studies Collection. Branches offer free public computers and Wi-Fi, children’s and teen programs, meeting rooms, passport acceptance at five locations and multilingual collections.

📱 Free digital access with your card

A free Gwinnett County Public Library card unlocks far more than the shelves. Borrow eBooks and audiobooks through Libby/OverDrive, stream movies and music with hoopla and Kanopy, and use free Learning Lab makerspaces with 3D printers, Cricut machines and recording studios at branches such as Norcross, Snellville, Five Forks and Hamilton Mill. Georgia residents also get free access to the statewide GALILEO research databases.

Gwinnett County library branches — 15 verified

Each branch below is verified on its official page with address, hours and services. Browse the full Georgia directory for more.

❓ Frequently asked questions

How many public libraries are in Gwinnett County?

Gwinnett County Public Library operates 15 branches across the county, from Buford and Suwanee in the north to Snellville and Grayson in the south. Each branch on this page links to its address, real hours and services.

What are the hours for Gwinnett County libraries?

Most GCPL branches share the same schedule: Monday–Thursday 10:00 AM–8:00 PM, Friday and Saturday 10:00 AM–5:00 PM, and Sunday 12:00 PM–5:00 PM. Several branches — including Duluth, Norcross, Snellville, Suwanee and Grayson — also offer Open Access extended self-service hours for cardholders. Always confirm on the branch page.

How do I get a Gwinnett County library card?

Any Gwinnett County resident can get a GCPL card for free at any branch with a photo ID and proof of current address. The card works at all 15 branches and unlocks eBooks, audiobooks, streaming and the Learning Lab makerspaces.

Which Gwinnett libraries offer passport services?

Five GCPL branches accept U.S. passport applications: Mountain Park, Collins Hill, Buford-Sugar Hill, Grayson and Peachtree Corners. Passport slots are first-come, first-served when the library opens — call 770-978-5154 to confirm availability.

Does Gwinnett County Public Library have makerspaces?

Yes. GCPL Learning Labs are free makerspaces for cardholders age 13 and up, with 3D printers, Cricut cutting machines, sewing machines, recording studios and Adobe Creative Cloud software, available at branches including Norcross, Snellville, Five Forks, Duluth and Hamilton Mill.

Last verified October 2026 from official library sources. Hours & services can change — confirm on each branch’s page. By Megan Carter, Library Resources Editor · public-libraries.com