Rochester Public Library
Rochester-area residents and support over 190 mini-libraries in Olmsted County through Neighbors Read. The mission of the library is “Welcoming all to connect and learn.”
RPL provides programs for all ages, and special services such as reference, reader’s advisory, homebound delivery, Bookmobile and BookBike access, free Wi-Fi, and other tools for neighborhood living.
All Minnesota residents are eligible for a Rochester Public Library card to access over 440,000 physical items (books, DVDs, CDs, etc.), over 45,000 digital items (through Overdrive and other digital applications), and dozens of high-quality databases for business information, genealogy resources, academic research and other purposes.
Applications for library cards are accepted at the library, the Bookmobile or the BookBike. Digital applications can be filled out online and later picked up in person at the library. All applicants must present a photo ID and current address verification to receive a card.
Every week, RPL hosts 50+ programs for all ages and abilities. A complete list of programs and events can be found at: www.rplmn.org/events.
All programs are free and open to the public.
Located in the heart of downtown, Rochester Public Library and the RPL Bookmobile provide service to all.
With over 70 stops every two weeks, the Bookmobile is near most neighborhoods about twice a month. Additionally, the BookBike visits parks and events within a one-mile radius of the library during the summer months. Materials are available for checkout at all locations, with returns limited to the Bookmobile and main library.
The Neighbors Read mini-library program is available in dozens of Rochester neighborhoods. To learn more about the Neighbors Read program, hosting a mini-library of your own, or to see a map of registered mini-libraries check the website.
Need further help accessing information? RPL’s Reference Department is available during all regular library hours at (507) 328-2309 or by email.