Libraries in Berks County

40 local Libraries in Berks County, with reviews, hours, and contact info.

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    Bernville Area Community Library logo

    Bernville Area Community Library

    6721 Bernville Rd, Bernville, PA

    (610) 488-1302

    4.9(14)

    Bernville Area Community Library in Bernville, PA offers a welcoming space with a diverse collection and engaging children’s storytime sessions. Known for its friendly staff and strong community outreach, the library ensures patrons can access specific titles through local collaborations.

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    Robesonia Community Library

    75 S Brooke St, Robesonia, PA

    (610) 693-3264

    4.2(9)

    Robesonia Community Library in Robesonia, PA, offers a welcoming atmosphere with friendly staff known for excellent children's programs, including the popular 1000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge. Despite its cozy size, it remains a cherished community hub with engaging activities for families.

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    Boscov-Lakin Information Commons at the Thun Library logo

    Boscov-Lakin Information Commons at the Thun Library

    Thun Library, 2080 Tulpehocken Rd, Reading, PA

    (610) 396-6339

    4.1(9)

    Boscov-Lakin Information Commons at the Thun Library in Reading offers a quiet study space and a rich historical archive. Praised for its speedy interlibrary loan service and abundant amenities, it caters to researchers and students alike.

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    Berks County Genealogical Society logo

    Berks County Genealogical Society

    201 Washington St #413, Reading, PA

    (484) 509-4806

    5.0(3)

    The Berks County Genealogical Society in Reading, PA offers expert assistance in uncovering family history with its friendly and knowledgeable staff. Patrons appreciate their deep expertise in local history and the extensive genealogical resources available.

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    The Franco Library

    460 St Bernardine St, Reading, PA

    (610) 796-8223

    4.3(3)

    The Franco Library in Reading, PA, serves as a vital resource hub for university students, offering expansive collections and study spaces.

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    Oley Valley Community Library

    339 Main St, Oley Township, PA

    (484) 491-1278

    5.0(2)

    Oley Valley Community Library in Oley, PA, offers a welcoming environment within its unique church-based setting, complete with friendly staff and convenient back-lot parking.

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    Berks County Law Library logo
    5.0(1)

    Berks County Law Library in Reading provides invaluable legal resources and is praised for its exceptionally supportive staff, especially the remarkably patient Miles Klein.

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    Ellyn Honey’s Little Free Library #99929 logo
    5.0(1)

    Ellyn Honey’s Little Free Library #99929 in Mohnton is a beloved community hub offering a diverse range of books for all ages, with a fresh selection updated monthly. Known for fostering neighborhood engagement, it provides free and open access to literature, appealing to diverse reading preferences.

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    Reading Public Library

    101 Wood St, Reading, PA

    (610) 655-6365

    5.0(1)

    Reading Public Library in Reading, PA, is acclaimed for its exemplary service and engaging programs, enhanced by its friendly and helpful staff. Winning a national award underscores its commitment to quality and community enrichment.

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    RPL Book Swap

    320 Penn St, Reading, PA

    (610) 655-6350

    5.0(1)

    RPL Book Swap in Reading, PA, is a public library offering a diverse collection of books for lending and swapping.

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    Reading Public Library Foundation logo
    4.0(1)

    Reading Public Library Foundation in Reading, PA, serves the community by offering a rich collection of books and resources, enhancing access to knowledge and lifelong learning.

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    WSMS Library

    2905 Windmill Rd, Reading, PA

    3.0(1)

    WSMS Library in Reading, PA, provides a welcoming space for community members to explore a vast collection of books and learning resources.

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    Dr Frank A Franco Library logo

    Dr Frank A Franco Library

    400 St Bernardine St, Reading, PA

    (610) 796-8223

    Dr Frank A Franco Library in Reading, PA, serves the community with a diverse collection of books and resources for all ages.

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    Gingrich Library

    1621 N. 13th Street, Reading, PA

    (610) 921-2381

    Gingrich Library, located at a university in Reading, PA, serves as a vital academic resource center for students and faculty.

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    RPL Book Swap

    720 Cherry St, Reading, PA

    (610) 655-6350

    RPL Book Swap in Reading, PA, serves as a welcoming public library where the community can exchange and explore diverse books.

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About Libraries in Berks County

Public Libraries in Berks County

The libraries listed on this page are the public and community libraries serving Berks County, with buildings in Wyomissing, West Reading, Exeter Township, Fleetwood, and Bernville among other towns. Most operate as independent community libraries joined through a shared county system, so a single library card typically works across member locations.

Branch Libraries and Library Programs

Alongside book lending, Berks libraries run the programs families look for: story time for children, summer reading, teen activities, adult classes, and local history collections that draw genealogy researchers. Smaller branch libraries anchor their boroughs, doubling as after-school stops and quiet workspaces.

Meeting Rooms, Public Computers, and Digital Lending

Library services in the county extend well past the shelves:

  • Meeting rooms and study space open to community groups
  • Public computers, Wi-Fi, and printing
  • Digital lending of e-books and audiobooks through library apps
  • Interlibrary loan for titles a home branch does not hold

Hours differ noticeably between the larger libraries and the small branches, and each listing carries the current schedule and contact information.