About

Locations & Hours

The Nevada County Library system consists of six library locations.

Ask a Librarian

Get answers to questions regarding the library from the Librarian.

Accessibility Services

The Nevada County Community Library connects residents with the California State Library Braille & Talking Book Library program

Adult Literacy & ESL

The program’s mission is to help adults build their reading and writing skills through the free, confidential, one-on-one efforts of volunteer tutors.

CA State Library Parks Pass

Through a partnership with California State Parks, the California State Library Parks Pass program provides 5,000 free vehicle-day use passes for circulation at public libraries in California. As part of a three-year pilot program, the new Library Pass program will be launched in April 2022. The passes are valid at over 200 parks for one car’s access and are a physical hangtag.

Career Online High School (COHS)

The Nevada County Community Library is happy to announce that we now offer Career Online High School (COHS).

Discover & Go

Discover & Go is a program provided by your library that offers free and low-cost passes for museums, science centers, zoos, theaters and other cultural destinations.

History

In 1902, a free library and reading room was established in Nevada City and a librarian appointed. Today, the Nevada County Community Library includes 6 branches.

Library Cards

Patrons, whether resident or non-resident of Nevada County, are eligible for a free library card.

Library Borrowing & Loan Information

Borrow from our collections, access materials from other institutions, or suggest a purchase. Don't forget, Library staff are always available to help you locate books, select titles to read, assist in answering questions and finding information!

Library Partnerships

Take a look at the partnerships of the Nevada County Community Library.

Library Vision, Mission & Strategic Plan

The Vision is a center of enrichment, in a strong, empowered, and literate rural community.

Meeting & Study Rooms

The Madelyn Helling Library has public spaces available by reservation.

Meet Our Staff

Get to know the library staff behind the desk.

Nisenan Heritage

Policies

Our patrons have a right to understand the policies of the Nevada County Community Library including Internet Use, Code of Conduct, and the Use of Public Computers.

Recreation Collection

Check out outdoor games, sports equipment, musical instruments and more with the Recreation Collection!