InThisTogetherOhio graphicIn adherence to best practices and guidance from the Governor’s office brought about in response to COVID-19, the State Library moved to a “remote work” status effective March 18, 2020.  State Library staff remain available remotely during normal business hours.  Thank you for your patience.  Online resources remain available 24/7.  Loan periods have been extended for physical items currently checked-out and we ask that patrons refrain from returning these items to the library.  The option for requesting items for new check-outs has been deactivated.  State employees are encouraged to access online library resources through this website or at MyOhio.gov.  Click here for Coronavirus Information and Resources.

In 2017, the State Library of Ohio celebrated 200 years of library services to Ohio. Click on 'About' then 'Bicentennial Celebration' for more info.
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New Books for August 2020

Browse a selection of ebooks and audiobooks recently added to the Ohio Digital Library, including featured book In Praise of Walking by Shane O’Mara. If you […]
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State Library of Ohio Invites All Types of Libraries to Submit Proposals for Ohio LSTA Competitive Grants

Libraries have responded to unparalleled challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic with innovative and creative solutions and an unwavering commitment to the values and principles of […]
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Upcoming Webinar – Making Sense of the Moment: The Library’s Role in Helping Us Understand Race and Racism

The last few months have been wrought with pain, protest, anger, and a call for change. These are not new issues, new pain, or new […]

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