---
title: Bloomington Public Library
description: 'Public library system serving Bloomington and Monroe County, Indiana.'
url: 'https://www.artsume.com/o/bloomington-public-library'
type: organization
createdAt: '2026-09-07'
updatedAt: '2026-10-02'
organizationType: Library
location: 'Bloomington, IN, United States'
website: 'https://mcpl.info/'
yearFounded: 1818
---

# Bloomington Public Library

*Library • Bloomington, IN, United States*

## About

Public library system serving Bloomington and Monroe County, Indiana.

Monroe County Public Library offers residents opportunities to read, learn, connect, and create through a wide range of free services. Anyone may visit to browse materials, use public computers, attend free programs, and enjoy the library's spaces. A free library card lets Monroe County residents borrow physical items and access the eLibrary for eBooks, audiobooks, music, and more.

The Library operates the Downtown Library in Bloomington, a branch on Bloomington's south side, a branch in Ellettsville, and extensive community outreach services, and has existed in various forms since 1818.

## Details

- **Founded:** 1818
- **Address:** 303 East Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47408
- **Website:** https://mcpl.info/
- **Social Media:** facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mcplindiana, twitter: https://twitter.com/mcplindiana, instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mcplindiana/, tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mcplindiana, youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MCPLinfo, linkedin: https://linkedin.com/company/mcplindiana

## Programs

View current programs from Bloomington Public Library on Artsume: https://www.artsume.com/o/bloomington-public-library