Mission Statement

The mission of the Bedford Public Library System is to provide the adults and children of Bedford City and County with information and resources that support lifelong learning and lifelong enjoyment.

Vision Statement

The Bedford Public Library System will:

continue to serve the community by offering a broad range of services designed to foster the love of reading;

be the essential contact for all Bedford City and County residents, agencies and businesses in need of information;

serve as a gateway to a dynamic global network of information resources;

strive to locate and deliver information and resources efficiently, accurately and in a format requested by our customers; and

provide excellent customer service by a trained and committed staff.

BPLS Vision

People

Staff - Find out how to contact us
Foundation - Help support the library
Working at the library - Employment and volunteer opportunities

Governance

Board of Trustees - Members, meeting dates and minutes
Policies - On conduct, collection development and more

News & Awards

Awards - Local, regional and national awards
News - Featured programs and events

History of the Bedford Public Library System

Circa 1903
Bedford Library in 1903
Circa 1941
Bedford Library in 1941

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