All libraries will be closed Monday, September 1st for Labor Day.

Library Card Sign-up Month

Library Card Sign-Up Month
September 1st - 30th
One Card, Endless Possibilities
It may be small, but a Richmond Public Library card packs a mighty punch. Borrow museum passes, laptops, and even blood pressure monitors from the collection. Take part in engaging programs such as book clubs, movie nights, crafting classes, and lectures. Access technology, Wi-Fi, and career resources to support your goals, whether you're a student, job seeker, entrepreneur, or lifelong learner. It’s one card with endless possibilities!
Sign Up for a FREE Library Card!
Getting a Richmond Public Library card is easy! All residents of Richmond, Charles City, Chesterfield, Dinwiddie, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, Hopewell, King William, New Kent, Petersburg, Powhatan, Prince George, and Williamsburg are eligible. Simply bring a current picture ID with current address (or additional document with current address) to any of our nine Richmond Public Library locations, and we’ll have you signed up in just a few minutes.
Can’t make it into the library? No problem! You can use our website to register for an e-Card. This will get you immediate access to our favorite online resources such as Libby, Hoopla, Newsbank, World Book, and Kanopy.

Help Us Select the First Design for Our NEW Richmond Public Library Shop.

Yes, you’ve read that right! We’re launching an online shop where we’ll be selling exclusive Richmond Public Library merchandise. Local artist Ash Rudolph will create two exclusive designs, one of which will be featured on T-shirts, bags, mugs, and other fun swag. Throughout September, we’re inviting you, our community, to vote for your favorite design. We’ll be drawing ten lucky voters to win a FREE T-shirt from our new shop.

A person with a library card soaring through space on a book.

#1 – Starry Reader

A world of endless possibilities unfolding from an open book.

#2 – Endless Possibilities

Richmond Artist Ash Rudolph

About the Artist: Ash Rudolph (she/they) is a pyrographer and printmaker based in Richmond, VA. Her work is distinguished by deeply textured wood pieces, and risograph prints in duplication that explore the intersection of the naive and the sacred. Find their work at altargokart.com.

Join in the Fun with Captain Curiosity: Found in the Stars
Let the library propel you to new heights with a hilarious, theatrical extravaganza about art, change, and the science of outer space.

Be careful what you wish for! Moments after Captain Curiosity wishes upon a new star, an alien spaceship appears, whisking him and his prized painting off the planet and into an intergalactic adventure. Separated from his painting and stuck in outer space, Captain Curiosity sets off to get his artwork back!

In this comedic coming-of-age adventure, kids will learn the stunning science of stars, black holes, light, color, and more! Every concept is explored through play, audience participation, and an unforgettable cast of characters, all while engaging kids with questions about the similarities and differences between art and science. Ages 3-10.

Belmont 9/17 4:00 PM
Broad Rock 9/16 4:00 PM
East End 9/18 10:30 AM
Ginter Park 9/19 4:30 PM
Hull Street 9/17 10:30 AM
Main 9/16 11:15 AM
North Avenue 9/19 11:00 AM
West End 9/15 4:00 PM
Westover Hills 9/18 4:00 PM
Captain Curiosity: Found in the Stars A comedic coming-of-age adventure!