The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County
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Main Library · Circulation Services

First Floor—North & South Building
513-369-6913

Manager: Paul Burch

Hours of Service
Mon–Wed9 a.m.–9 p.m.
Thu, Fri, Sat9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sun1 p.m.–5 p.m.

About the Department

Visit the Circulation Services Department to apply for a new Library card or renew an expired card. Books and other materials may be returned to the Circulation Services desk. Library materials may also be returned at the Ninth Street drive-up window or bookdrop, or the Eighth Street bookdrop. Check out materials or pay fines using the self-service check out machines in the Atrium or the Popular Library. Holds can be retrieved from the “Self-Services Holds” shelves in the Atrium.

Items may be renewed by calling 513-369-6979 or visiting the Circulation Services desk.
Enlarged Main Library floor plan
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