Mobile Library
Saint Paul Public Library's Mobile Library is a vibrant and dynamic community resource, bringing the rich offerings of the library directly to neighborhoods throughout the city. This innovative service is a testament to SPPL’s commitment to accessibility and inclusivity, ensuring that everyone, regardless of location, can benefit from our vast collection of materials, resources, services, and programs. For many community members, the Mobile Library serves as their home library, and they rely on the vehicle’s visit for similar services found in a library building. By meeting Saint Paul residents where they are, the Mobile Library fosters joy of discovery, supports lifelong learning, and strengthens community connections in all corners of Saint Paul.
Schedule
The Mobile Library operates on a convenient Week A/Week B schedule, ensuring consistent access to its resources.
The public is welcome at all Mobile Library stops!
Schedule variations may occur due to weather, road, or traffic conditions.
Office: 461 N Dale St., Saint Paul, MN 55103
Phone: 651-266-7450
Email: MobileLibrary@ci.stpaul.mn.us
To request a stop or the Mobile Library’s participation in a community event, please submit a request form.
Mobile Library Collection
While Saint Paul Public Library's Mobile Library brings many of the same great resources as other library locations, there are a few unique aspects to how its collection is managed:
The Mobile Library’s collection changes regularly to ensure a diverse selection of materials. This rotation allows the library to bring fresh and varied content to different neighborhoods, maximizing the range of books and resources available to the community. You might find that sometimes items listed as available in SPPL’s online catalog might not be there when you visit – they've been checked out at a previous stop or are in backstock at the office. Staff are available to help you discover a similar book, movie, or album.
Frequently Asked Questions
Support for the Mobile Library is provided by the City of Saint Paul’s general fund, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) funds, The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library, Comcast, and HealthPartners.
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To learn more about this program, check out Saint Paul Public Library's most recent Impact Reports.