Our Mission:

The Library's mission is to provide the people of Louisville and Jefferson County with the broadest possible access to knowledge, ideas and information, and to support them in their pursuit of learning.

Our Vision:

It is the vision of the Commission that the Louisville Free Public Library will deliver library service on a par with the best public libraries in the U.S. We will provide:

Excellent library facilities conveniently accessible to all residents, Strong and appealing collections of books and other materials, Attentive and effective staff assistance for all readers and researchers, Services, public programs and events that promote reading, convey valuable information and extend the value of the Library to its community, Sophisticated information technology that advances the Library's mission, and Hours of operation that respond to the busy lifestyles of today's families.