About
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Locations & Hours
The Nevada County Library system consists of six library locations.
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Ask a Librarian
Get answers to questions regarding the library from the Librarian.
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Accessibility Services
The Nevada County Library connects residents with the California State Library Braille & Talking Book Library program
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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.
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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.
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Career Online High School (COHS)
The Nevada County Library is happy to announce that we now offer Career Online High School (COHS).
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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.
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History
In 1902, a free library and reading room was established in Nevada City and a librarian appointed. Today, the Nevada County Library includes 6 branches.
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Library Cards
Patrons, whether resident or non-resident of Nevada County, are eligible for a free library card.
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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!
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Library Partnerships
Take a look at the partnerships of the Nevada County Library.
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Library Vision, Mission & Strategic Plan
The Vision is a center of enrichment, in a strong, empowered, and literate rural community.
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Meeting & Study Rooms
The Nevada County Library has public spaces available by reservation.
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Meet Our Staff
Get to know the library staff behind the desk.
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Nisenan Heritage
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Policies
Our patrons have a right to understand the policies of the Nevada County Library including Internet Use, Code of Conduct, and the Use of Public Computers.
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Recreation Collection
Check out outdoor games, sports equipment, musical instruments and more with the Recreation Collection!
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Zine Collection
Discover the Nevada County Zine Collection