BURLINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY
Hours & Information
Open today until 9:00pm
MondayÂ
9:00AM - 9:00PM
TuesdayÂ
9:00AM - 9:00PM
WednesdayÂ
9:00AM - 9:00PM
ThursdayÂ
9:00AM - 9:00PM
FridayÂ
9:00AM - 5:00PM
SaturdayÂ
9:00AM - 5:00PM
SundayÂ
Closed
Phone: (609) 267-9660
The Burlington County Library was established in 1921 as the first county library in New Jersey. It began in a small room of the Mount Holly YMCA and has since grown into a system of libraries that serve the largest county in the…
Summer Hours Notice: From July 1 through Labor Day Weekend, the Burlington County Library will be closed on Sundays and close at 5 pm on Fridays.
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Featured Event
Virtual Author Talk with Paula J. Johnson
Aug 4th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Register today for a special behind-the-scenes look at Julia Child and her lasting influence on food culture, presented by Paula J. Johnson.
Upcoming Events
About Burlington County Library
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- Copying & Printing
- Faxing
- Meeting Rooms
- Mobile & Wireless Printing
- Scanning
- Study Rooms
- Vending / Snack Options
- Wi-Fi
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- Community Blend at Bestseller's Cafe
- New Jersey Room
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There are sufficient parking spaces in a lot in front of the building. In addition, visitors may use a side parking lot facing the nearby Burlington County Amphitheater.
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We welcome all members of our community. BCLS offers a full range of information, program and services and strives to keep an inviting and accessible culture at all our branches. Learn about our accessibility options.
Holidays and Closures
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Labor Day WeekendSaturday, September 5, 2026 - Monday, September 7, 2026Closed All Day
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Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples’ DayMonday, October 12, 2026Special hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Election DayTuesday, November 3, 2026Special hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Veterans DayWednesday, November 11, 2026Special hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Thanksgiving EveWednesday, November 25, 2026Closes early: 5:00pm
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Thanksgiving DayThursday, November 26, 2026Closed All Day
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Friday after ThanksgivingFriday, November 27, 2026Special hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Christmas EveThursday, December 24, 2026 - Friday, December 25, 2026Closes early: 5:00pm
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Christmas DayFriday, December 25, 2026Closed All Day
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New Year's EveThursday, December 31, 2026Closes early: 5:00pm
New at Burlington County Library
New StoryWalk® Brings Reading and Outdoor Fun to Riverton
Jul 29, 2026
Go on a reading adventure! Read, move and enjoy the outdoors at the new StoryWalk®, now open in Riverton Memorial Park.
Our List of Lists: Summer Reading Edition
Find your next great read! We've gathered a selection of book lists recommended by popular media outlets to help you find the perfect book.
LGBTQ+ Media for Queer & Questioning Teens
For many LGBTQ+ teens, seeing characters and experiences that reflect aspects of their own lives can be meaningful.
Betsy Ross: New Jersey's Original Jersey Girl
New Jersey has no shortage of hometown legends! One of the colony's most famous daughters was Betsy Ross.
New StoryWalk® Brings Reading and Outdoor Fun to Riverton
Jul 29, 2026
Go on a reading adventure! Read, move and enjoy the outdoors at the new StoryWalk®, now open in Riverton Memorial Park.
Our List of Lists: Summer Reading Edition
Find your next great read! We've gathered a selection of book lists recommended by popular media outlets to help you find the perfect book.
LGBTQ+ Media for Queer & Questioning Teens
For many LGBTQ+ teens, seeing characters and experiences that reflect aspects of their own lives can be meaningful.
Betsy Ross: New Jersey's Original Jersey Girl
New Jersey has no shortage of hometown legends! One of the colony's most famous daughters was Betsy Ross.