Multnomah County Library
Our library is one of the most important cultural and educational resources in our region. With the fourth-highest circulation of any library in the U.S., Multnomah County Library reaches more than 22,000 people every day — in-person and online.
Multnomah County Library is considered a national leader among libraries, known for creating innovative solutions to emerging community needs. The library's website is available to library users in five languages, and culturally competent staff work with library users to meet their needs in an array of languages and cultures. Last year, early literacy programs offered books, virtual storytimes, and parent education in 20 languages and cultures. More than 30,000 children and parents engaged in 500 virtual and in-person storytimes in seven languages and cultures.
Multnomah County Library reaches out to individuals and families in every part of our community. Over half of county residents have an active library card. More than 45,000 books and materials are checked out or renewed every day. And for those who cannot travel to the library, the library comes to them. Last year, thousands of older adults and homebound library users received book deliveries from the library.
Our library is also the largest provider of free high-speed internet in the state of Oregon, hosting more than 3.3 million WiFi sessions last year. Library staff offer technology assistance at each location, helping job seekers, students, and older adults find the answers they need.
