Statewide Interlibrary Loan

If your library does not own the materials you need, public library staff can request them via LoanSHARK—an online catalog of materials in all Louisiana public libraries that allows your library to borrow from other public and academic libraries in Louisiana as well as nationwide. LoanSHARK requests can be made at your local public library, and the materials will be shipped to that library for you to check out. LoanSHARK brings the world’s collections to your library’s doorstep.

The State Library of Louisiana’s collections are available on-site to all visitors. The State Library is open to the public Mondays through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Telephone and email hours are 8 a.m.  to 4:30 p.m. For more information, contact the State Library of Louisiana at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 225.342.4927.