State Library of Iowa

05/12/2025

The State Library of Iowa has released the FY24 edition of the “Big Stats Book,” providing a comprehensive overview of public library data across the state.

This annual report includes detailed information on income, expenditures, collections, circulation, programs, staff, and more, organized by library size and city. These statistics are vital for assessing library performance, supporting budget requests, and planning future services.

📖 Find out more and dive into the full report: https://statelibraryofiowa.gov/news/2025-05-07/fy24-iowa-library-statistics-publication-now-available

01/01/2025

State Library offices, including the administrative offices in the Miller Building, the Law Library in the Capitol, and the six District Offices will be CLOSED Wednesday, January 1 for New Year's Day.

11/29/2024

New Black Friday ad just dropped ⬇👀

Find your local Iowa public library and discover all of the savings it offers: https://www.statelibraryofiowa.gov/index.php/iowans/i-want/find-my-local-library

11/26/2024

State Library offices, including the administrative offices in the Miller Building, the Law Library in the Capitol, and the six District Offices will be CLOSED Wednesday, Nov. 27 - Friday, Nov. 29, 2024 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

10/26/2024

Intricate details from floor to ceiling, spiral staircases on each end, and more than 100,000 books filling the shelves. What's not to love about our Law Library?

Visit the Law Library Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (except state holidays) on the second floor of the State Capitol building in Des Moines.

The most beautiful public libraries in the US can be found from coast to coast - but some might be younger than you think.

10/21/2024

The State Library of Iowa recently welcomed Dennis Nangle, Senior Program Officer from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) for a five-year site visit! This visit was a great opportunity to highlight the important work libraries are doing across the state. IMLS provides critical funding to support innovative programs, technology, and resources that enrich Iowa libraries and the communities they serve. 📚✨

Read more and see additional images from the visit: https://www.statelibraryofiowa.gov/index.php/news/2024/10/state-library-welcomes-imls-officer-5-year-site-visit

10/17/2024

📚✨ The 2025 titles are here! Get ready to dive into this year’s selections, handpicked to spark conversation and connect readers across Iowa. Check out the amazing titles for adults, teens, and kids that will bring our communities together! Which one will you start with?

📕 The 2025 All Iowa Reads selection is DISTANT SONS by Tim Johnston.
📘 The 2025 Teen All Iowa Reads selection is REZ BALL by Byron Graves.
📗 The 20254 Kids All Iowa Reads selection is JAWBREAKER by Christina Wyman.

10/15/2024

🎉 BIG NEWS! The 2025 titles for adults, teens, and kids will be revealed LIVE on Thursday, Oct. 17 at 10:00 a.m. on Iowa Public Radio Talk of Iowa! Tune in to be the first to hear about the books that will unite readers across Iowa. Don’t miss it! Listen online or via your local IPR station: https://www.iowapublicradio.org/📻✨

10/07/2024

🗳️ New Iowa Voting Law Resource Now Available!
The People's Law Library of Iowa has expanded its offerings with a new topic focused on voting laws. Get informed and stay up to date!

Read the announcement: https://www.statelibraryofiowa.gov/index.php/news/2024/10/peoples-law-library-iowa-expands-resources-new-voting-law-topic

08/08/2024

08/06/2024

Absolutely thrilling! 🥇

08/01/2024

It's officially August which means (gulp) back to school time is approaching! Brainfuse HelpNow is here to assist with homework, writing, test prep, live tutoring and more. All Iowa public libraries have access, visit your public library website or contact them to learn more!