Get Ready to Go Back to School with APL
Whether you're learning at home, on-line or at school; from pre-K to college Anchorage Public Library has resources and events to support you or your student!
Now featuring “The Titanic of the North”
Visit an interactive exhibit about the 1918 wreck of the SS Princess Sophia, at Loussac Library now through August 31.
Keep Your Car Ready for the Road
Anchorage Public Library is now offering online access to auto repair manuals through Chilton Library. Get accurate repair and maintenance information on most cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs on the road today.
Large Type Offers Literacy Benefits and Accessibility
Anchorage Public Library has a wonderful large type collection for youth and adults. We realize an inclusive and expansive LT collection can help many different library patrons.
2025 Local Author Showcase
Get ready for an exciting new format celebrating local literary talent! Local authors have an opportunity to present their work, connect with fellow writers, and engage directly with the public.
Get To Know Library Director Marjorie Harrison
Anchorage Public Library welcomed a new director in February of 2025. Learn more about her and her vision for APL.
APL Now Offers LawDepot
LawDepot allows users to create customized legal documents to handle a wide range of personal and business needs – all free with your library card! This resource is available through the Libby app or our website.
Activities for Seniors at Your Library
Join the Anchorage Public Library for activities for seniors at a library location near you.
Friends of the Library CD Sale
Join us on Sunday, April 13 from 1-5 PM for the Friends of the Library music CD sale. Pick up some new tunes from APL's retired CD collection.
Support Your Library When You Pick. Click. Give
Support the Anchorage Public Library by choosing the Anchorage Library Foundation when you Pick.Click.Give. Gifts of $100 or more qualify for the annual Library Champion library card.
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month
Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month with special events, limited edition promotions, and get to know your Anchorage Public Library. Already have a card? We've got something for you too!
Booch for Books with Anchorage Public Library
Anchorage Public Library is teaming up with Zip Kombucha for a tasty collaboration in honor of Library Card Sign Up Month.
Scoops & Stories With Your Library and Wild Scoops
Help us with a tasty collaboration with Wild Scoops as we create a book themed ice cream and celebrate Library Card Sign Up Month with a new sticker!
Language Learning with Your Library
110+ Languages Are At Your Fingertips: Transparent Language Online Now Available FREE at Anchorage Public Library.
APL is Home to Some Good Yarns
Are you a fiber fanatic? Anchorage Public Library locations have knitting and spinning programs throughout the month plus crochet and knitting kits to check out.
Robots Helping People Help People
Advances in technology at Anchorage Public Library strive to enhance our patrons’ experience while improving staff efficiency and giving us more time to offer individualized service.
Baby Yoda is Back at Your Library!
Grab our limited edition library card with a $5 minimum, in-person, donation to the Friends of The Library. Cards are available at any Anchorage Public Library location and can be used with any new or existing verified account type.
Pick Up an Ebook or Audiobook Today!
There are a lot of good reasons to try digital ebooks and audiobooks. They provide a portable way to enjoy reading this spring, and are easily adapted for all kinds of readers.
Digital Magazines Available from APL
Did you know our two popular digital content apps also have a huge selection of magazines available to download or stream to your computer, tablet or phone?
News Access for All with Your Library Card
Your library card gives you access to news from all over Alaska and the world. Get access to the local and national news you're looking for, with no paywalls or article limits.
Calling all Teens: Book Reviews for APL
Teens - now you can get an hour of volunteer credit just for reading! Use your time this winter break to read and send us your brief (at least 100 words) review.
Take People Mover to Loussac Library!
Route 85 brings service back to Loussac by way of the Downtown and Dimond Transit Centers.
Anchorage Public Library is Now Late Fine Free
Effective January 2020, borrowers will not be charged overdue fines for Anchorage Public Library items. We are excited to take this step to improve the library experience for our community.