LibGuides: Home: the Public Library

All Albuquerque & Bernalillo County Libraries are CLOSED until further notice.
All book drops are open. You may return your checked out items at any time.
Assistance is available by phone Monday through Friday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• For general information please call (505) 768-5141.
• For help with your account or a library card call (505) 768-5170.
Dates for holds, checked out items, and library cards have been extended for the duration.
While we are closed, check out all the digital resources available online.

COVID 19

COVID-19 Coronavirus Information

The City of Albuquerque is closely monitoring the COVID-19 (coronavirus) situation. At this time, MOST City events, offices, programs, and services are being impacted. View COVID-19 FAQs and visit the COVID-19 data hub.

The New Mexico Department of Health is the lead agency for the statewide coronavirus response. Community members are encouraged to visit https://cv.nmhealth.org for the latest information.

Public Art @ the Libraries

Look at some public art located at several of the libraries.

Learn more about Public Art.

Adult Learning

Adult Learning
@ the Public Library

Our guide for continuing learners, adult learners, and professionals or students in the Albuquerque Bernalillo County community who are just getting started on a path toward digital literacy or want to learn new technical skills.

Online Courses and Self-Directed Learning

Literacy is "the ability to understand, evaluate, use, and engage with written text to participate in society, to achieve one's goals, and to develop one's knowledge and potential."

Digital Literacy begins with text and extends to the computers, software, interactive forms, and online platforms prevalent in our communities.