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We’re Pima County Public Library

For more than 100 years, we have been here for people just like you. Today, in our libraries, online, or out in the community, our dedicated staff and volunteers are always looking ahead to help you find what you’re looking for. Every day we’re making our mission a reality by educating and connecting people and inspiring ideas.

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520-594-5610

Facts & Figures

Director: Amber Mathewson
Administration Contact:
101 N. Stone Ave., Tucson, Ariz. 85701
520-594-5600
First Library: See Library History
Total Staff: 466
Population Served: 1,043,443
Library Cardholders: 320,486
Collection: 1,113,473 items

Fiscal Year 2020-2021

  • Visitors: 440,670
  • Physical Checkouts: 1,561,731
  • Digital Downloads and Streaming: 2,319,944 eBooks, audiobooks, music, and magazines
  • Website Visits: 4,070,259

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Arizona Daily Star Monthly Library Series

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Librarians play a vital role as connectors

"I am working to increase awareness about the resources libraries offer and how they can also be a source of empowerment." - Jesus C.

Reflections of a Japanese American Librarian

"All of this reminiscing is to instill in each of you this universal truth: We all deserve respect, dignity and love." - Debbie Q.

It’s not surprising I became a children’s librarian

"Throughout the interstices of life, the library system was there for me — as it is for you, as well, reader." - Davida L.

I can imagine my grandfather in that library

"At an early age, I began consuming all forms of speculative fiction, beginning with old episodes of Star Trek, aired on KZAZ." - John M.

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eNewsletters

We send eNewsletters to new cardholders and others based on their library activity. These eNewsletters are automatic, and you have the option to opt out of receiving future emails.

Ignite eNewsletters

We also offer two industry-specific newsletters as part of our Ignite services:

  • Business Tools & Resources Email Newsletter
  • Grant Opportunities Email Newsletter

Visit the Ignite page to find out more and sign up.

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Awards

  • 2021: Cultural Best Project Award from Engineering News Record, Sahuarita Library
  • 2021: American Institute of Architects Western Mountain Regional Design Award for Distinguished Architecture, Flowing Wells Library
  • 2020: Merit Award, Arizona Chapter of the American Institute of Architects, Flowing Wells Library
  • 2020: District 2 Thank an Essential Worker Campaign: Brandon Milligan, Delivery Manager
  • 2020: District 2 Community Leadership Award: Mary Sanchez, Eckstrom-Columbus Library
  • 2020: District 2 Community Leadership Award: Tenecia Phillips, Sahuarita Library
  • 2020: District 2 Community Leadership Award: Dana Moore, Quincie Douglas Library
  • 2020: Women of Influence Award, Finalist: Kristi Bradford, Nanini Library
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