Library Services
497 S. Red Haven Ln.
Dover, DE 19901
302-744-1919
Business Hours:
Monday - Friday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
2024 Library of the Year
Kent County Public Library offers an array of books, audio/visual materials, and more for every age and interest, available to anyone with a Delaware library card. In addition to physical items, your library card also gives you access to e-books, digital audiobooks, movies, and magazines across various electronic devices and platforms. The Library also boasts free public wi-fi that extends into our parking lot, and an outside book return that is available 24/7.
Delaware library cards are free to all residents, and are good at any public library in the state. We also offer special cards for children and teens. All you need is proof of Delaware residency and a photo ID.
Kent County Mobile Library
KCPL also operates a mobile library that makes stops throughout the county during the week. In addition to books and audio/visual materials to check out, you can sign up for a library card, pick-up items placed on hold, return library materials, use of one of our public access laptops, enjoy limited printing services and/or make use of our free public wi-fi hotspot. Click HERE to see our current mobile library schedule.
Library Programs
KCPL offers approximately 300 FREE programs to the community each year including book clubs, literacy programs, art and cultural programs, movie screenings, and even free concerts featuring local and regional artists.
A parent or guardian must remain in the library with children under the age of 16.
Kent County Library Exclusives
KCPL offers several FREE online resources available only to patrons with cards issued at Kent County Public Library and/or Mobile Library:
Mango Languages features self-paced language learning programs in over 70 foreign languages, including ESL courses and American Sign Language.
HelpNow offers on-demand, anytime, anywhere eLearning featuring homework help, skills building, a 24-hour Writing Lab, personalized eLearning tools, an Adult Learning Lab and a Foreign Language Lab. Most services are offered in both English and Spanish.
JobNow provides live online job coaching everyday between 2:00 - 11:00 pm EST. Real-time interview practice, a full-service resume lab, and 24/7 access to local job resources is also included. Spanish-speaking support is also available.
VetNow connects users with an expert to learn more about eligible VA benefits and community resources. Interact with a live, real-time Veteran Navigator for job coaching, resume assistance, tutoring and testing support, career resources, skills-building and Spanish-speaking support.
Delaware Library Catalog: Search the First State's Library Database for all things books, videos, magazines, music, research and more! Items can be reserved online for pickup.
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Kent County Mobile Library Facebook Group
Friends of Kent County Public Library
Public Meeting Space
Kent County Public Library does permit outside non-profit and community service groups use of its conference room (pending availability) at no charge after 5:00 p.m. on weekday evenings. All other outside groups must pay a fee of $30/per hour. To request use of the room, please complete the required request form and submit. A staff member will contact you within 2 business days to confirm your reservation: KCPL Meeting Room Application(PDF, 293KB)
Email: KCPL@kentcountyde.gov