Long Beach Public Library

All LBPL locations and services are unavailable every other Friday (Oct. 2, 2020 - Sept. 17, 2021) due to city-wide staffing furloughs. Learn more about our service closures.


LBPL To-Go is available at the following libraries: Billie Jean King Main, Michelle Obama, Mark Twain, Los Altos, Harte, El Dorado, and Bay Shore. If you have items ready to pick up, make your appointment here.

LBPL To-Go provides safe access to physical library materials through limited walk-up and curbside pickup service. Outdoor book drops are open for returns. Learn more about LBPL To-Go.

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Research Requests + Appointments

If you are interested in receiving specialized research assistance, including:

    • Microfilm Requests
    • Obituary Requests
    • Address Research
    • Historical Photo Reproductions
    • Genealogy Research
    • Or to book an appointment to access our Special Collections


Please fill out the form below with the details of your needs. Requests will be reviewed by a Librarian who will contact you directly with more information.


Library Services fees may apply. See a complete list of Library Services fees and charges. A Library staff member will contact you before conducting any research that requires service charges. 




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