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Library PageLocation: 900 W. Capitol, Suite 100, Little Rock, AR 72201
Located on Capitol between Chester and Izard
Hours: Currently not open to the public
501-682-2053 phone ; 501-682-1529 fax
aslref@asl.lib.ar.us for after hours questions
Library Card Requirements/Loan Policies
The Arkansas State Library is located approximately 6 blocks east of the State Capitol Complex. Take the Chester St. exit from I-630 and go north 4 blocks to W. Capitol Ave. or the 6th St. exit on I-30, to west 14 blocks to Chester St. and turn right 1 block to W. Capitol Ave.
Map of location Note: click on + on Google map for a closer view of the parking around the building.
The MISSION of the Arkansas State Library is to serve as the information resource center for state agencies, legislators and legislative staffs, to provide the resources, services, and leadership necessary to meet the educational, informational and cultural needs of the citizens of Arkansas, and to provide guidance and support for the development of local public libraries and library services. The agency administers state and federal funds allocated for libraries and library development, including State Aid To Public Libraries funds and federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funds.
The GOALS of the State Library are to 1) provide library and information services to state government, as well as to citizens statewide; 2) develop access to libraries and information resources; 3) promote the development, use and support of public libraries and information resources; 4) foster the recruitment, training, and education of library personnel; and 5) provide effective leadership and administration needed to improve public libraries and library services.
The agency administers state and federal funds appropriated for libraries and library development, including State Aid to Public Libraries funds and federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funds (formerly Library Services and Construction Act.)