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.
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.
Language Learning with Your Library
110+ Languages Are At Your Fingertips: Transparent Language Online Now Available FREE at Anchorage Public Library.
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.
News Access for All with Your Library Card
Your library card gives you access to news from all over Alaska and the nation. 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.
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.