FRANKLIN COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM Competitors

The Free Library of Philadelphia advances literacy, guides learning, and inspires curiosity with 54 neighborhood libraries city-wide.

Vision The Dauphin County Library System Serves the information needs of Dauphin County citizens with a dedicated staff of skilled and knowledgeable library employees; Is the bridge that unites available, affordable, and accessible information with a widely diverse community; seeks opportunities to meld traditional library services with new technologies; Is the information place, working hand-in-hand with other agencies to provide access to the information that is integral to the well-being of our community Guiding Principles The Dauphin County Library System is committed to: Upholding the principle of free speech and to opposing the restriction or suppression of ideas, information, or artistic expression; Serving all people, regardless of age, race, religion, gender, physical ability or economic status; Providing free basic services to all and making prudent decisions about those services; Being fully accountable for all funds we receive; Promoting a lifelong love of learning.