State Library of Louisiana

State Library of Louisiana In 1920, the Louisiana Legislature created the Louisiana Library Commission, a forerunner of the State Library of Louisiana.

The State Library of Louisiana inspires and supports literacy and lifelong learning for all Louisianans through access to information, strengthening communities, supporting exceptional library services, and preserving Louisiana’s heritage. In 1925, the Commission joined with the great philanthropic Carnegie Corporation to create a network of libraries across the state. Three-quarters of a century

later, Louisiana boasts public libraries in each of its 64 parishes. The State Library provides Louisianans access to more than eleven million items through its own excellent collection and electronic resources combined with a statewide online lending network of public libraries, and remains committed to creating ever-increasing opportunities for citizens to experience the value of libraries and reading.

We have a great spot and are having a great time at the East Baton Rouge Parish Library’s summer reading kickoff event t...
05/28/2026

We have a great spot and are having a great time at the East Baton Rouge Parish Library’s summer reading kickoff event today! With the school year concluding, programs are launching in public library systems across the state - get in touch with your local branch to see what events and programming are available in your area!


Billy Nungesser Lt. Governor of Louisiana

05/27/2026

Did you know you can visit AMoA for free with your library card?

Through the Check Out Louisiana Museums program, library cardholders can explore the Alexandria Museum of Art at no cost.

Plan your visit and discover exhibitions, creativity, and culture right here in Central Louisiana.

Learn more at library.la.gov/check-out-louisiana.

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05/27/2026
05/27/2026

Summer Reading Program performances begin next week!

05/27/2026
05/27/2026

For this year's Summer Reading Challenge, we have a ton of America 250 themed events throughout the summer for you to enjoy! 🗽✨

Visit the link in our comments to check them out 👇

The Louisiana Center for the Book has announced the two “Great Reads” selections that will represent LA at the National ...
05/27/2026

The Louisiana Center for the Book has announced the two “Great Reads” selections that will represent LA at the National Book Festival in Washington D.C. on August 22. The selection for Young Readers is SOGGY LIKE CUSH CUSH by Karly Pierre, illustrated by Kristen Uroda, and the Adult Readers selection is YOU ARE MY SUNSHINE: JIMMIE DAVIS AND THE BIOGRAPHY OF A SONG by Robert Mann. Every year the national Center for the Book asks its affiliates to select “Great Reads” books that represents the literary heritage of its state or territory. More: https://library.la.gov/about-us/news/louisiana-selects-two-outstanding-books-for-2026-national-book-festival/

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Billy Nungesser Lt. Governor of Louisiana

05/27/2026

It only takes one small action to make a big impact! Grab a litter clean-up kit from your local library and help keep Louisiana beautiful one bag at a time. 🚮

Find a participating library and : https://bit.ly/4nJFJOO

Billy Nungesser Lt. Governor of Louisiana | State Library of Louisiana

Today we congratulate Access Services coordinator Kytara Gaudin Christophe on her retirement! Thanks Kytara for your yea...
05/26/2026

Today we congratulate Access Services coordinator Kytara Gaudin Christophe on her retirement! Thanks Kytara for your years of excellent work managing circulation services, Interlibrary Loan, and keeping all the trains running on time! We will miss you and wish you all the best in retirement!

Congratulations to Calcasieu Parish Public Library’s Iowa branch for receiving a bronze habitat certification from the L...
05/26/2026

Congratulations to Calcasieu Parish Public Library’s Iowa branch for receiving a bronze habitat certification from the Louisiana Native Plant Society for its pollinator garden! We were happy to be there last week for the ribbon cutting and the kickoff of !

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