As the days get longer, the summer sun shines brightly, and school doors close, it’s easy to forget the importance of keeping our minds active and engaged during the break. But fear not, Bozeman Public Library has a host of exciting and educational programs waiting for you! Summer learning through your Library is not just […]

Bozeman Public Library launched our civil discourse series, SymBozium, in 2018 with the goal to tackle tough topics featuring subject matter experts representing varied points of view. Since then, SymBozium has addressed challenging themes ranging from Water in the West to Artificial Intelligence. In 2019, SymBozium was presented with the national Baker & Taylor award […]

After almost six months of being partially closed for renovation, we are thrilled to have the main Library spaces open again. The Library has only been open for a few weeks and our spaces have been anything but quiet! Between March 19 and April 1: 7,254 people visited the library 2,012 reference questions were answered, […]

After being partially closed for renovation since November 2022, we are so happy to share the news that the Bozeman Public Library will reopen the main library spaces on Friday, March 17 at 10 a.m. All materials will again be browsable and available for checkout. The Library will be completely closed to the public March […]

We all know that public libraries are an essential community staple. From the 196-square-foot Norman Square Library in Norman, Arkansas to the 92-location New York Public Library system, public libraries inform, inspire, and engage. City, county, and state taxes fund the very basic library necessities like salaries, books and other materials, office supplies, and utilities. […]

Library Staff tear into demolition as the renovation of our beloved Library space continues We are happy to announce that, thanks to the generous support of the community, we have reached our campaign fundraising goal for the Library renovation. What a wonderful way to start the new year! This $5.6 million dollar project is well […]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BI0AL6lehkU A visit to the Bozeman Public Library is a uniquely joyful experience. While you can find virtually any book you need, of course, an exploratory ramble down the Library’s long stacks will yield even more items you didn’t know you needed. But many people can’t easily get to their library. That’s why, in 2017, […]

Participants get moving during the Library’s weekly Qigong class, currently held at the Beall Park Art Center. As this year’s Thanksgiving approaches, you’re in good company if you expect to loosen your literal belt while tightening your metaphoric one. Costs of living are skyrocketing, of course. And as people scan their purchase history for places […]

Always dreamed of having your own personal library? Through October 16, you can make that dream a reality (temporarily, at least) by checking out as many books as you’d like to keep all winter. The upshot? You’rehelping your Bozeman Public Library in the process. Here’s why checking out books helps: To replace the carpeting and […]

Thanks to our generous supporters, we’ve raised more than $5.5 million toward the BPL Forward capital campaign and are ready to begin renovations! On September 30, 2022, construction crews will start building the new central Hub on the Library’s first floor. They’ll also begin work on meeting rooms and will replace lighting throughout the public […]