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Des Plaines Public Library  
1501 Ellinwood Street  
Des Plaines, IL 60016  
(847) 827-5551  
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The Des Plaines Public Library has a vibrant history of serving the city of Des Plaines and surrounding communities for more than 100 years.  The Library currently has more than 275,000 items in its collections, including:
  • More than 265,000 books.
  • Tens of thousands of DVDs & CDs.
  • Hundreds of magazine and newspaper titles.
  • Audiobooks.
  • Circulating art collection.

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In addition, the library offers computer and online services.  Library computers provide Internet access as well as a variety of software applications. Wireless Internet access is available throughout the building.  The library's Web site is available 24/7, including the Catalog (for looking up items), live chat reference help and online research databases which may be accessed from home with your library card.

The Des Plaines Public Library also offers unique and important services to the community through its Mobile Library, homebound delivery, assistive technology, public meeting rooms, school and nursing home visits and so much more.  Hundreds of free programs and events take place at the library every year, providing education, enrichment, fun and a renewed sense of community to library users.  To learn more about the many ways in which the Des Plaines Public Library serves its community, browse the links below.


 
Administration & Policies

Administration/Board of Trustees

Board Meeting Dates, Agendas

Community Display Guidelines

Computer Use Guidelines

DPPL History

Grant-Funded Projects

Internet Access Policy

Meeting Room Use Policy

Photo Release Policy

Rules of Conduct

Sister Library

Vision, Key Beliefs, Strategic Plan
 
Helpful Information

Blogs, News & Videos

Closing Dates

Computers/Wireless Internet Policy

Directions/Parking

Events/Programs

Finding Items in the Library

Hours

Jobs at the Library

Library Cards/Loan Policies

Online Tutorials

Public Meeting Rooms

Test/Exam Proctoring

Using the Library Catalog
 
Art & Architecture

Circulating Artwork

DPPL Art & Architecture

Virtual Tour

Inscribed Bricks on Library Plaza

Archived Pages from Our Centennial Celebration, 2007
 
 
Get Involved

Donate to the Library

Friends of the Library

Volunteer at the Library
 
Special Services

Assistive Technology

Homebound Delivery

Mobile Library
 
   
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