BURLINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY
Hours & Information
Closed until 9:00am today
Regular Hours
MondayÂ
9:00AM - 9:00PM
TuesdayÂ
9:00AM - 9:00PM
WednesdayÂ
9:00AM - 9:00PM
ThursdayÂ
9:00AM - 9:00PM
FridayÂ
9:00AM - 9:00PM
SaturdayÂ
9:00AM - 5:00PM
SundayÂ
1:00PM - 5:00PM
Phone: (609) 267-9660
The Burlington County Library was established in 1921 as the first county library in New Jersey. It began in a small room of the Mount Holly YMCA and has since grown into a system of libraries that serve the largest county in the…
Summer Hours Notice: The Burlington County Library will be closed on Sundays and close at 5 pm on Fridays in July and August.
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Featured Event
Diwali Lights: A Festival of Stories and Sparkle
Nov 6th | 10:30am - 11:30am
This joyful program introduces preschoolers to Diwali, the Festival of Lights, through stories, songs, movement and hands-on activities.
Upcoming Events
About Burlington County Library
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- Copying & Printing
- Faxing
- Meeting Rooms
- Mobile & Wireless Printing
- Scanning
- Study Rooms
- Vending / Snack Options
- Wi-Fi
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- Community Blend at Bestseller's Cafe
- New Jersey Room
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There are sufficient parking spaces in a lot in front of the building. In addition, visitors may use a side parking lot facing the nearby Burlington County Amphitheater.
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We welcome all members of our community. BCLS offers a full range of information, program and services and strives to keep an inviting and accessible culture at all our branches. Learn about our accessibility options.
Holidays and Closures
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Election DayTuesday, November 3, 2026Special hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Veterans DayWednesday, November 11, 2026Special hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Thanksgiving EveWednesday, November 25, 2026Closes early: 5:00pm
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Thanksgiving DayThursday, November 26, 2026Closed All Day
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Friday after ThanksgivingFriday, November 27, 2026Special hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Christmas EveThursday, December 24, 2026 - Friday, December 25, 2026Closes early: 5:00pm
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Christmas DayFriday, December 25, 2026Closed All Day
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New Year's EveThursday, December 31, 2026Closes early: 5:00pm
New at Burlington County Library
How BCLS Supports Our Community All Year Long
We strive to be a welcoming place in every season and make every effort to serve our communities in ways that go far beyond books.
Online Catalog Scheduled Maintenance
Oct 27, 2026
Please note that on Nov. 3, portions of our online services will be unavailable beginning at 5:00 am.
Voting Matters: Find the Information You Need at the Library
Election season can be overwhelming— but don’t let that deter you! We have plenty of resources that can help you vote with confidence.
Skeletons in Your Family Closet? Find Out Through Ancestry
Accessed through any computer in the Burlington County Library System, Ancestry can help dispel the ghosts of your family history.
How BCLS Supports Our Community All Year Long
We strive to be a welcoming place in every season and make every effort to serve our communities in ways that go far beyond books.
Online Catalog Scheduled Maintenance
Oct 27, 2026
Please note that on Nov. 3, portions of our online services will be unavailable beginning at 5:00 am.
Voting Matters: Find the Information You Need at the Library
Election season can be overwhelming— but don’t let that deter you! We have plenty of resources that can help you vote with confidence.
Skeletons in Your Family Closet? Find Out Through Ancestry
Accessed through any computer in the Burlington County Library System, Ancestry can help dispel the ghosts of your family history.