Library members have access to more than 120,000 books, 500 periodicals (some of which date back to the mid-19th century), a variety of movies and other audio-visual materials, plus reference and research resources in paper and electronic form. We offer a range of long- and short-term membership options as well as one-week and day passes.

Events & Programs

Engage in a wide variety of programs for adults including Evenings with an Author, Talk about Art, @The Library community speaker series, book groups, art exhibits, theater and musical performances. Discover our children's programs including Mother Goose lap sit (ages 1-3), weekly story hour (ages 3-5), thematic events (ages 6+), Bookworms book club, and teen workshops.

Discover our full range of events and programs.

Book Groups

Book Groups on different themes begin twice a year (in September/October and again in January/February) and meet once a month at the Library. All our book groups are free of charge, but you must be a member of The American Library in Paris to participate.

Find out more, join a book group!

Especially For...

Whether you are an individual or a family, a student, teacher or researcher, a tourist or a visitor, The American Library in Paris has something especially for you! Our users come from diverse backgrounds, have varied needs, and their interests span all disciplines and genres.

Discover what the Library has to offer especially for you.

FAQ & User Tips

Use our FAQs to find answers to common issues or questions about Library resources and services.

Find answers to your questions and learn how to make the most of your time at the Library.

FAQ en français

Trouvez les réponses aux questions fréquemment posées sur les ressources et services offertes par la Bibliothèque Américaine de Paris.

Internet Access

Internet access at the Library is free of charge for all members as well as for Day and Week Pass users. Wireless Internet access is available throughout the Library; just ask for the password at the Circulation Desk. You may also reserve Internet access time on one of the Library's two workstations.

For more details, see our Internet Access Policy and usage guidelines.

Ask a Librarian

Need help finding information? Can't figure out how to begin your research? Ask a Librarian! Virtually any question, always an expert answer!

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Community Notices

We provide space inside the Library on two notice board areas for announcements of community events, services, educational opportunities, jobs, and more. These areas are accessible by members and users of the Library. Additionally, a pamphlet rack is located just inside the main door for distribution of free materials, which may be of interest to Library patrons.

Find out how to use the Community Notice Board.

Library Policies

For the comfort and enjoyment of all our members, users of the Library are asked to respect a small number of general rules and regulations. Our Library policies govern the use of Library cards, establish borrowing periods and renewal options for different categories of materials, and define the level of fines for late returns or lost books, as well as our Code of Conduct.

Read our Library Policies.