Using the Library

Woman doing research in Ames Public Library

Sign up for a free Library card online or at the Library!

Most items may be checked out for 3 weeks, and some may be renewed after that.

The Library has large meeting rooms and smaller study rooms available for free public use.

The Library offers free use of internet-connected computers and tablets along with free wi-fi and document scanning. Printing (and online printing) is available for a small fee.

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Anyone can check out, return, and request items from our Bookmobile, which makes weekly stop all around town.

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Look for Ames Public Library's mascot, Smyles, at the Library and at special events around town! Smyles is also a big part of Project Smyles, the Library's outreach program to children in daycare and preschool.

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See what else the Library offers, from museum passes to Notary services!

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