Iowa City Public Library

Iowa City Public Library The Iowa City Public Library is home to knowledge and entertainment for every age.
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The Iowa City Public Library has served the people of Iowa City and surrounding communities for more than a century. Located at the intersection of College and Linn Streets on the downtown pedestrian mall, ICPL serves a population of 63,000 residents of Iowa City, and through contract, residents of unincorporated Johnson County, University Heights, Lone Tree, and Hills. The Library is governed by

a semi-autonomous nine member Board of Trustees empowered by state law and city ordinance (Title 11) to set policy, determine goals and objectives, control monies appropriated or given to the Library, and to employ staff. The Library is a city department, Board members are appointed by and principal operating funds approved by the City Council.

This Father’s Day, discover stories that honor dads, mentors, and father figures across generations. https://ow.ly/ujKZ5...
06/20/2026

This Father’s Day, discover stories that honor dads, mentors, and father figures across generations. https://ow.ly/ujKZ50Z7eON

Have you ever wanted to fight monsters, cast spells, or steal treasure from a dungeon? Join us for a Dungeons & Dragons ...
06/20/2026

Have you ever wanted to fight monsters, cast spells, or steal treasure from a dungeon? Join us for a Dungeons & Dragons Meetup on Monday, June 22, from 3 to 5 p.m.! Learn how to make characters, roleplay, keep track of your stats and have a great time playing this exciting roleplay game with other kids. https://ow.ly/EGnS50Z9swh

On-street parking near the Iowa City Public Library will be significantly affected by road closures for the Iowa City Pr...
06/19/2026

On-street parking near the Iowa City Public Library will be significantly affected by road closures for the Iowa City Pride Festival and Parade on Saturday, June 20. https://ow.ly/Y8ku50ZeHoI

Temporary "No Parking" restrictions begin at 5 p.m. on Friday, June 19 for Linn Street from Washington Street to College Street, directly in front of the Iowa City Public Library. Additional road closures and parking restrictions take effect at 6 a.m. on Saturday, June 20, including Washington Street from Gilbert Street to Clinton Street and Linn Street from Iowa Avenue to College Street. On-street parking in these areas is not expected to reopen until late evening on June 20. For more specific details on road closures and parking restrictions, visit the City of Iowa City's website at icgov.org.

The Library will remain open during its regular hours on Saturday. Patrons are encouraged to plan ahead and park at City parking ramps at Capitol Street, Chauncey Swan, and Dubuque Street. Patrons who only wish to return materials are encouraged to use one of ICPL's remote book return locations at First Avenue Hy-Vee Pharmacy drive-thru or the UIowa Community Credit Union drive-thru on Mormon Trek Blvd (far-right lane).

Please call the Library with any questions at 319-356-5200.

The Koza Family Teen Center is a space just for teens in grades 7-12 (ages 12-18) to hang out on the second floor of the...
06/19/2026

The Koza Family Teen Center is a space just for teens in grades 7-12 (ages 12-18) to hang out on the second floor of the Library. Open weekly Monday through Friday, 4 to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 1 to 6 p.m. https://ow.ly/6ybo50Z6OJk

Let's try out the mandala setting in Photoshop on Thursday, June 25, from 7 to 8 p.m.! No artistic ability required at a...
06/19/2026

Let's try out the mandala setting in Photoshop on Thursday, June 25, from 7 to 8 p.m.! No artistic ability required at all -- the symmetry function will make every line and dot you draw look amazing. Come for a relaxing and playful time! https://ow.ly/18Yv50Z9srM

Looking for something to do that is fun, a little bit out of the ordinary and perfect for the entire family? Look no fur...
06/19/2026

Looking for something to do that is fun, a little bit out of the ordinary and perfect for the entire family? Look no further than T.J. Regul, The Quad City Magician, on Thursday, June 25 at 10 a.m. or 1 p.m.! https://ow.ly/achj50Z9sow

🚨 New items just dropped! 🚨 Check out these titles from the ICPL Bookmobile! https://ow.ly/7Y1P50ZeguV📖"The Last Mandari...
06/19/2026

🚨 New items just dropped! 🚨 Check out these titles from the ICPL Bookmobile! https://ow.ly/7Y1P50ZeguV
📖"The Last Mandarin"
📖"K-Pop Demon Hunters: The Movie in Comics"
📖"Baby-Sitters Little Sister: Karen's Surprise"
💿"Reminders of Him"

Join us and Bur Oak Land Trust for a walking tour of Big Grove Preserve, an 80-acre woodland adjacent to the Coralville ...
06/18/2026

Join us and Bur Oak Land Trust for a walking tour of Big Grove Preserve, an 80-acre woodland adjacent to the Coralville Reservoir off Sugar Bottom Road, on Saturday, June 20, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Due to limited parking, registration is required. https://ow.ly/QoIV50Z8W4Z

Discover stories of resilience, justice, and community in Kanopy’s Juneteenth film collection. https://ow.ly/LRGh50Z6OGP
06/18/2026

Discover stories of resilience, justice, and community in Kanopy’s Juneteenth film collection. https://ow.ly/LRGh50Z6OGP

Register for a slot at the Ad Astra Mobile Planetarium on Wednesday, June 24, at 5 or 6 p.m.! Learn about astronomy in a...
06/18/2026

Register for a slot at the Ad Astra Mobile Planetarium on Wednesday, June 24, at 5 or 6 p.m.! Learn about astronomy in a 6-meter inflatable dome and 4k digital projection! https://ow.ly/zhfM50Z9sjc

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123 S Linn Street
Iowa City, IA
52240

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 9pm
Tuesday 10am - 9pm
Wednesday 10am - 9pm
Thursday 10am - 9pm
Friday 10am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

+13193565200

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