Mission
The Iowa City Public Library is a center of community life that connects people of all ages with information, engages them with the world of ideas and with each other, and enriches the community by supporting learning, promoting literacy, and encouraging creativity.
Quick FactsFY24
- 1,210,569 total circulation
- 526,659 Downtown visitors
- 16,809 Bookmobile visitors
- 22,354 internet wifi use hours
- 351,008 media downloads
- 22,263 all age event attendees
- 235 all age events
- 4,419 adult event attendees
- 694 adult events
- 26,249 children's event attendees
- 852 children's events
- 1,830 teen event attendees
- 289 teen events
- 35,027 meeting room attendance
- 22,354 reference questions answered
- 1,760 at home packages mailed
- 55,718 total ICPL cards
- 4,497 volunteer hours
Values
Access
We believe quality library and information resources should be readily available and equally accessible to all.
Belonging
ICPL is for everyone.
Collaboration
We strive to extend our effectiveness through strategic partnerships.
Community
We respond to community needs and understand that the free exchange of diverse ideas invigorates the community, stimulates personal growth, and fuels the economy.
Enjoyment
We celebrate creativity and the joy of reading.
Intellectual Freedom
We respect the right to privacy and encourage people to freely access and explore ideas.
Literacy
We believe reading is a gateway to knowledge.
Past, Present, Future
History
We have been dedicated to serving our community since our founding in 1896. We've grown a lot since then. Browse a brief timeline of the Library's history.
Annual Report
A lot happens in a year at ICPL. Check out our annual report overview with quick facts as well as full report sheets.
Strategic Plan
We are always looking to provide better service to our community. Learn more about our strategic plan as we follow our mission to connect, engage, and enrich our community.
Welcome to ICPL
Learn more about library services while taking a tour of our building.