Notary Services at Public Libraries (415 Verified, by State)
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Notary Services at the Public Library
Many U.S. public libraries offer notary public services — often free or for a small fee, usually by appointment. Here is what a library notary can do, what to bring, and a verified, state-by-state list of libraries that offer notary service.
A notary public verifies your identity and witnesses your signature on documents such as affidavits, powers of attorney and permission letters. At many public libraries this service is free or low-cost for the community — you bring the unsigned document and a valid photo ID, and the notary watches you sign. Not near a participating library? See our guide on where to get something notarized for all the free and low-cost options.
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How it works
- Call ahead or book an appointment. Notaries are not always on duty. Confirm hours and whether you need an appointment before you go.
- Bring the unsigned document. Do not sign it beforehand — the notary must witness your signature in person.
- Bring valid photo ID. A current, government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, state ID or passport) is required.
- Sign in front of the notary. The notary verifies your ID, watches you sign, then stamps and records the notarization.
- Pay any fee. Many libraries notarize for free; others charge a small per-signature fee set by state law.
Good to know
A library notary can handle most everyday documents, but there are limits. Notaries generally cannot give legal advice, and some documents (for example certain wills or immigration paperwork) may need a lawyer or a specialized official. A U.S. notary is not the same as a Latin-American “notario,” who is an attorney. When in doubt, call the library first and ask whether they can notarize your specific document.
Libraries with notary services, by state
Every library below has this service verified on its official page. We add more as we confirm them — browse the full U.S. library directory for everything else.
Alabama · 35 libraries
Adelia McConnell Russell LibraryALEXANDER CITY, Alabama · +1 256-409-7001318 CHURCH STREETNotary public services →Athens-Limestone County Public LibraryATHENS, Alabama · +1 256-232-1233603 Jefferson StreetNotary services during select hours →Albert L. Scott LibraryAlabaster, Alabama · (205) 664-6822100 9th Street NWNotary public service →
Alaska · 5 libraries
Big Lake Public LibraryBig Lake, Alaska · (907) 861-76353140 S. Big Lake RoadNotary services →Klukwan Community & School LibraryKLUKWAN, Alaska · (907) 767-5505 ext. 25032 CHILKAT AVENUENotary public services →Seward Community Library & MuseumSeward, Alaska · (907) 224-4082239 6th AvenueNotary public services →
+2 more Alaska libraries with this service — see the full Alaska directory.
Arizona · 5 libraries
Bagdad Public LibraryBagdad, Arizona · (928) 633-2325700 W. Palo Verde, Suite CNotary services →Chino Valley Public LibraryChino Valley, Arizona · (928) 636-26871020 W Palomino RoadNotary services (call ahead to confirm availability) →Cottonwood Public LibraryCottonwood, Arizona · (928) 634-7559100 S 6th StreetNotary service — Wednesdays and Thursdays 2:30–5:30 PM, first come first served (bring own witnesses) →
+2 more Arizona libraries with this service — see the full Arizona directory.
Arkansas · 10 libraries
Faulkner County Public Library — ConwayCONWAY, Arkansas · +1501-327-74821900 Tyler StreetNotary services →Barton LibraryEl Dorado, Arkansas · (870) 863-5447200 E. 5th StreetFree Notary Service — Mon–Fri 2:00–3:00 pm or by appointment →Fairfield Bay LibraryFAIRFIELD BAY, Arkansas · +1501-884-4930369 Dave Creek ParkwayNotary public →
California · 1 library
Colorado · 11 libraries
Broomfield LibraryBROOMFIELD, Colorado · +1-720-887-23003 COMMUNITY PARK ROADNotary services (call ahead to confirm) →Buena Vista Public LibraryBUENA VISTA, Colorado · +1719-395-8700131 LINDERMAN AVENUEFree notary public services (call ahead for availability) →Basalt Regional LibraryBasalt, Colorado · (970) 927-431114 Midland AveNotary public by appointment →
Connecticut · 10 libraries
Burroughs-Saden Memorial LibraryBRIDGEPORT, Connecticut · +1-203-576-7400925 BROAD ST.Notary services →Enfield Public LibraryEnfield, Connecticut · (860) 763-7510104 Middle RoadNotary public services (call for availability) →Essex Library AssociationEssex, Connecticut · (860) 767-156033 West AvenueNotary public services, Monday–Friday 9 AM–5 PM →
Delaware · 5 libraries
Georgetown Public LibraryGeorgetown, Delaware · (302) 856-7958123 West Pine StreetNotary public services →Laurel Public LibraryLaurel, Delaware · (302) 875-3184101 East 4th StreetNotary public service →Milford Public LibraryMilford, Delaware · (302) 422-899611 SE Front StreetNotary service available on-site →
+2 more Delaware libraries with this service — see the full Delaware directory.
District of Columbia · 1 library
Florida · 4 libraries
Fort Myers Beach Public LibraryFort Myers Beach, Florida · (239) 765-81622755 Estero BoulevardNotary services (free for active cardholders; $3 for non-cardholders — call ahead: 239-765-8162) →New Port Richey Public LibraryNew Port Richey, Florida · (727) 853-12795939 Main StreetNotary public services ($10, by appointment, government ID required) →Bay County Public LibraryPanama City, Florida · (850) 522-2100898 West 11th StreetNotary public service →
+1 more Florida library with this service — see the full Florida directory.
Georgia · 6 libraries
Dalton-Whitfield County Public LibraryDALTON, Georgia · +1706-876-1360310 CAPPES STREETNotary services ($2.00 per notarization) →Columbia County LibraryEVANS, Georgia · +1706-863-19467022 EVANS TOWNE CENTER BLVDFree notary service during library hours →Clayton County Library System: Headquarters LibraryJONESBORO, Georgia · (770) 473-3850865 Battle Creek RoadNotary services available at the branch →
+3 more Georgia libraries with this service — see the full Georgia directory.
Idaho · 3 libraries
Coeur d'Alene Public LibraryCoeur d'Alene, Idaho · (208) 769-2315702 E Front AvenueNotary public service →Meridian Library District — Orchard Park BranchMERIDIAN, Idaho · +1 208-888-44511268 W Orchard Park DrNotary services (bookable appointment) →Twin Falls Public LibraryTWIN FALLS, Idaho · +1 208-733-2964201 FOURTH AVE ENotary services (by appointment) →
Illinois · 10 libraries
Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library DistrictALSIP, Illinois · (708) 371-566611960 South Pulaski RoadNotary services (ask staff for availability) →Antioch Public Library DistrictANTIOCH, Illinois · +1847-395-0874757 MAIN STREETNotary public services for Antioch Public Library District cardholders →Aurora Public Library DistrictAURORA, Illinois · +1 630-264-4117101 South River StreetNotary services →
Indiana · 10 libraries
Crown Point Community LibraryCROWN POINT, Indiana · +1 219 663 0270122 NORTH MAIN STREETNotary services →Evansville Vanderburgh Public LibraryEVANSVILLE, Indiana · +1-812-428-8200200 SE Martin Luther King Jr. BoulevardNotary services →Jasper-Dubois County Public LibraryJASPER, Indiana · (812) 482-2712100 3RD AVE, SUITE BNotary public services →
Iowa · 10 libraries
Kansas · 4 libraries
Augusta Public LibraryAugusta, Kansas · (316) 775-26811609 State StreetNotary public services →Coffeyville Public LibraryCoffeyville, Kansas · (620) 251-1370311 W Tenth StreetNotary Public by appointment ($5 per document) →Salina Public LibrarySalina, Kansas · 785-825-4624301 West Elm StreetFree notary service for cardholders (limited; by appointment with valid photo ID) →
+1 more Kansas library with this service — see the full Kansas directory.
Kentucky · 13 libraries
Logan County Public Library — Auburn BranchAuburn, Kentucky · (270) 542-8180106 Spring StreetNotary service →Boone County Public Library — Main LibraryBURLINGTON, Kentucky · +1 859-342-26651786 Burlington PikeNotary public services →Cold Spring Branch — Campbell County Public LibraryCOLD SPRING, Kentucky · +1-859-781-61663920 ALEXANDRIA PIKENotary public services →
Louisiana · 3 libraries
Milton H. Latter Memorial LibraryNew Orleans, Louisiana · (504) 596-26255120 St. Charles AvenueFree volunteer notary service through NOPL (check nolalibrary.org/notary for schedule and appointments) →New Orleans Public Library Main LibraryNew Orleans, Louisiana · (504) 596-2550219 Loyola AvenueFree volunteer notary service (Saturdays 2–4 pm, appointment required; book at nolalibrary.org/notary) →Rosa F. Keller Library & Community CenterNew Orleans, Louisiana · (504) 596-26754300 South Broad StreetFree volunteer notary service (Saturdays 10–10:45 am, appointment required; book at nolalibrary.org/notary) →
Maine · 1 library
Maryland · 7 libraries
Cecil County Public Library — Elkton BranchELKTON, Maryland · (410) 996-5600228 South Bridge StreetNotary services (call ahead) →C. Burr Artz Public LibraryFrederick, Maryland · (301) 600-1630110 East Patrick StreetNotary services available across the Frederick County Public Libraries system →Carroll County Public Library — North Carroll BranchHampstead, Maryland · (410) 386-44802255 Hanover PikeFree notary public services (call ahead to confirm availability) →
+4 more Maryland libraries with this service — see the full Maryland directory.
Massachusetts · 9 libraries
Acushnet Public LibraryACUSHNET, Massachusetts · (508) 998-0270232 MIDDLE ROADNotary public services →Athol Public LibraryATHOL, Massachusetts · +1978-249-9515568 MAIN STREETNotary public services (confirm availability with staff) →Central Library in Copley SquareBoston, Massachusetts · (617) 536-5400700 Boylston StreetNotary services — available at the Central Library (appointment recommended for most branches) →
Michigan · 26 libraries
Allegan District LibraryAllegan, Michigan · (269) 673-4625331 Hubbard StreetNotary public services — free for cardholders, $10 for non-members (call 269-673-4625) →Auburn Hills Public LibraryAuburn Hills, Michigan · (248) 370-94663400 East Seyburn DriveFree notary services for Auburn Hills residents (appointment required) →Bad Axe Area District LibraryBAD AXE, Michigan · +1989-269-8538200 SOUTH HANSELMAN STREETFree notary public →
Minnesota · 4 libraries
Duluth Public LibraryDULUTH, Minnesota · +12187304200520 W. SUPERIOR ST.Notary Public services →Moorhead Public LibraryMOORHEAD, Minnesota · +1 218-233-7594450 CENTER AVENotary services →George Latimer Central LibrarySt Paul, Minnesota · (651) 266-700090 West 4th StreetNotary services →
+1 more Minnesota library with this service — see the full Minnesota directory.
Mississippi · 8 libraries
Bay St. Louis — Hancock County LibraryBAY ST. LOUIS, Mississippi · +1228-467-5282312 HIGHWAY 90Document services: notary, faxing, printing, scanning →Humphreys County LibraryBelzoni, Mississippi · (662) 247-3606105 South Hayden StreetFree Notary Services — available during regular library hours →Robinson-Carpenter Memorial LibraryCLEVELAND, Mississippi · (662) 843-2774104 South Leflore AvenueNotary public (free) →
Missouri · 9 libraries
Carthage Public LibraryCarthage, Missouri · (417) 237-7040612 S Garrison AveFree notary public service (available since April 2025) →Henry County LibraryClinton, Missouri · 660-885-2612123 E Green StNotary public →Galena Public LibraryGalena, Missouri · (417) 357-6410322 W State Highway 248Free notary services →
Montana · 4 libraries
Billings Public LibraryBillings, Montana · (406) 657-8258510 North BroadwayNotary public service →Conrad Public LibraryCONRAD, Montana · +1406-271-575115 4TH AVENUE SWNotary public services →Great Falls Public LibraryGreat Falls, Montana · (406) 453-0349301 2nd Avenue NorthCopying, faxing and notary public service →
+1 more Montana library with this service — see the full Montana directory.
Nebraska · 1 library
Nevada · 1 library
New Hampshire · 7 libraries
Amherst Town LibraryAmherst, New Hampshire · (603) 673-228814 Main StreetFree notary service for all patrons →Barrington Public LibraryBarrington, New Hampshire · (603) 664-9715426 Calef HighwayNotary service (free for patrons) →Baker Free LibraryBow, New Hampshire · (603) 224-7113509 South StreetFree Notary Public service by the Library Director (call ahead to confirm availability) →
+4 more New Hampshire libraries with this service — see the full New Hampshire directory.
New Jersey · 47 libraries
Lee Memorial LibraryALLENDALE, New Jersey · (201) 327-4338500 W. CRESCENT AVENUENotary public available on site →Asbury Park Public LibraryAsbury Park, New Jersey · (732) 774-4221500 First AvenueNotary services by appointment, $2.50 per seal, available all open hours (Mon–Wed 11am–8pm, Thu–Fri 9am–5pm, Sat 10am–3pm) →Bernards Township LibraryBasking Ridge, New Jersey · (908) 204-303132 South Maple AvenueNotary public service ($2.50 per seal, Mon–Fri 11am–4pm; call ahead to confirm) →
New Mexico · 2 libraries
Clovis-Carver Public LibraryClovis, New Mexico · (575) 769-7840701 N. Main StreetNotary services on-site ($2 per stamp, valid state or federal photo ID required) →Embudo Valley Library and Community CenterDixon, New Mexico · (505) 579-9181217A Highway 75Printing, copying, faxing, and notary services →
New York · 8 libraries
Adams Street LibraryBROOKLYN, New York · 718-230-22649 ADAMS STREETNotary services (by appointment at select BPL branches) →Bay Ridge LibraryBROOKLYN, New York · 718-748-57097223 RIDGE BOULEVARDNotary services (by appointment at select BPL branches) →Bedford LibraryBROOKLYN, New York · 718-623-2134496 FRANKLIN AVENUENotary services (by appointment at select BPL branches) →
North Carolina · 2 libraries
North Dakota · 2 libraries
Ohio · 6 libraries
Arcanum Public LibraryARCANUM, Ohio · +1937-692-8484101 NORTH ST.Notary public services (call ahead to confirm availability) →Ashtabula County District LibraryASHTABULA, Ohio · +1440-997-93414335 Park AveNotary services (call ahead for availability) →Chillicothe & Ross County Public LibraryCHILLICOTHE, Ohio · +1-740-702-4145140 S PAINT STNotary public services →
Oklahoma · 4 libraries
Antlers Public LibraryANTLERS, Oklahoma · +1580-298-5649104 SE 2ND STREETNotary public (no charge) →Chickasha Public LibraryChickasha, Oklahoma · (405) 222-6075527 W Iowa AvenueFree notary service (Mon–Fri 9:30 am–6 pm; bring photo ID, document unsigned) →McAlester Public LibraryMcalester, Oklahoma · (918) 426-0930401 N 2nd StreetNotary public service (call ahead recommended) →
+1 more Oklahoma library with this service — see the full Oklahoma directory.
Oregon · 9 libraries
Albany Public LibraryAlbany, Oregon · (541) 917-75802450 14th Avenue SENotary public service →Canby Public LibraryCanby, Oregon · (503) 266-3394220 NE 2nd AvenueNotary Public service (call ahead to confirm hours and availability) →Curry Public LibraryGOLD BEACH, Oregon · +1541-247-724694341 3rd StFree notary public service →
Pennsylvania · 3 libraries
Bethel-Tulpehocken Public LibraryBethel, Pennsylvania · (717) 933-40608601 Lancaster AvenueNotary public service (by appointment) →Cambria County LibraryJOHNSTOWN, Pennsylvania · +1-814-536-5131248 MAIN ST.Notary public services →Lawrenceville BranchPittsburgh, Pennsylvania · (412) 682-3668279 Fisk StreetNotary and community services (check branch for availability) →
Rhode Island · 10 libraries
Rogers Free LibraryBristol, Rhode Island · (401) 253-6948525 Hope StreetNotary public services →Coventry Public LibraryCOVENTRY, Rhode Island · +1401-822-91001672 Flat River RoadNotary services →Cranston Public LibraryCranston, Rhode Island · (401) 943-9080140 Sockanosset Cross RoadNotary public service →
South Carolina · 10 libraries
Anderson Main LibraryAnderson, South Carolina · (864) 260-4500300 N. McDuffie St.Computer access with library card or guest pass; scanning (email/USB/cloud/fax); printing (10¢ B&W, 50¢ color); fax service; notary ($5/document) →Marian Wright Edelman Public LibraryBennettsville, South Carolina · (843) 479-5630203 Fayetteville AvenueNotary public services (free for county residents) →Chester County LibraryChester, South Carolina · (803) 377-8145100 Center StreetNotary public services ($2.00 per notarization) →
South Dakota · 2 libraries
Tennessee · 11 libraries
Clinton Public LibraryClinton, Tennessee · (865) 457-0519118 S Hicks StreetNotary service (by appointment) →Greeneville-Greene County Public LibraryGreeneville, Tennessee · (423) 638-5034210 North Main StreetNotary services (on-site) →Johnson City Public LibraryJohnson City, Tennessee · (423) 434-4450100 West Millard StreetFree notary service by appointment →
Texas · 7 libraries
Hampton-Illinois Branch LibraryDallas, Texas · (214) 670-76462951 South Hampton RoadNotary services →J. Erik Jonsson Central LibraryDallas, Texas · (214) 670-14001515 Young StreetNotary services →Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch LibraryDallas, Texas · (214) 670-03442922 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.Notary services →
+4 more Texas libraries with this service — see the full Texas directory.
Utah · 1 library
Vermont · 3 libraries
Aldrich Public LibraryBarre, Vermont · (802) 476-75506 Washington StreetNotary public services →Jeudevine Memorial LibraryHardwick, Vermont · (802) 472-594893 North Main StreetFree notary service — drop-in or by appointment (does not notarize wills, powers of attorney, custody documents or documents requiring attestation of mental or physical soundness) →Kellogg-Hubbard LibraryMontpelier, Vermont · (802) 223-3338135 Main StreetFree notary public service (by appointment — call or email the library) →
Virginia · 34 libraries
Charles E. Beatley, Jr. Central LibraryALEXANDRIA, Virginia · +1-703-746-17025005 Duke StreetNotary public →Arlington Central LibraryARLINGTON, Virginia · +1-703-228-59901015 N QUINCY STNotary services →Washington County Public LibraryAbingdon, Virginia · (276) 676-6233205 Oak Hill StreetNotary services →
Washington · 1 library
West Virginia · 11 libraries
Alderson Public LibraryAlderson, West Virginia · (304) 445-7221115 Walnut AvenueFree notary service (by appointment) →Raleigh County Public LibraryBeckley, West Virginia · (304) 255-0511221 North Kanawha StreetNotary public service →Bridgeport Public LibraryBridgeport, West Virginia · (304) 842-82481200 Johnson AvenueFree notary service (call ahead to confirm availability) →
Wisconsin · 13 libraries
Appleton Public LibraryAPPLETON, Wisconsin · +1-920-832-6173200 N. Appleton StreetNotary public services →Antigo Public LibraryAntigo, Wisconsin · (715) 623-3724617 Clermont St.Notary services (call ahead) →Beloit Public LibraryBeloit, Wisconsin · (608) 364-2905605 Eclipse BoulevardNotary public service →
Wyoming · 6 libraries
Natrona County LibraryCASPER, Wyoming · +1-307-577-7323307 EAST 2NDNotary public →Laramie County LibraryCheyenne, Wyoming · (307) 634-35612200 Pioneer AvenueFree notary public service during library hours →Teton County LibraryJackson, Wyoming · (307) 733-2164125 Virginian LaneFree notary service on a walk-in basis (call ahead to confirm availability) →
+3 more Wyoming libraries with this service — see the full Wyoming directory.
FAQ
Is notary service at the library free?
Often, yes. Many public libraries notarize documents free for residents, while others charge a small fee per signature set by state law (for example a few dollars each). The library page for each location notes its policy — always confirm before you go.
Do I need an appointment for a library notary?
Usually. A notary is not always on duty, so most libraries ask you to call ahead or book an appointment. Some larger libraries offer walk-in notary hours on set days. Check the specific library’s page or call to confirm.
What should I bring to be notarized?
Bring the complete but unsigned document and a valid, government-issued photo ID (such as a driver’s license, state ID or passport). Do not sign the document in advance — the notary must watch you sign. If your document needs witnesses, ask whether the library can provide them.
What can’t a library notary do?
A notary verifies identity and witnesses signatures; they cannot give legal advice or prepare legal documents. Some libraries decline certain items such as wills, deeds or immigration forms, or documents where a party is not present. When unsure, call ahead and describe your document.
Does the whole family or all signers need to be there?
Everyone whose signature is being notarized must be present with photo ID at the time of signing. A notary cannot notarize a signature for someone who is not there, even a spouse or relative.
How much does a notary cost?
For a standard in-person notarization, states cap the fee per signature — often $2 to $10, and up to $15 in California. A library notary is frequently free, and your own bank usually notarizes free for account holders. Online (remote) notarization runs about $25, and a mobile notary adds a travel fee. See our guide on where to get something notarized for a full cost comparison.
Where is the cheapest place to get something notarized?
Free is cheapest: many public libraries notarize at no charge, and most banks do it free for their account holders. If neither works, a UPS Store, AAA or county clerk charges a few dollars per signature, and an online notary is about $25 — full breakdown in our guide on where to get something notarized.
Does the post office (USPS) notarize documents?
No — the U.S. Postal Service does not offer notary services; notary commissions are issued by states, not the federal post office. A public library, your bank, a UPS Store, AAA or an online notary can help instead.
Can I get a document notarized online?
Yes — remote online notarization (RON) lets you sign over a live video call for about $25, and it is legal in most states. It is the fastest option when you can’t get to a library or bank; a few document types still prefer in-person notarization, so check your document’s requirements.
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By Megan Carter, Library Resources Editor · public-libraries.com