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The Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library connects our community with resources that inspire, educate, and empower. A library card enables you to borrow physical materials and access our digital collection, online learning and e-resources from anywhere. Applying for a library card is quick and easy.

How to apply for a library card

Visit your Main Library or the North Branch to apply for a library card in person. No appointment needed! We will help you complete your application in minutes.


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Free Library Cards Available For:

  • Montgomery County Residents - All residents qualify for a free library card
  • University Students - Special 1-year university cards for on-campus residents
  • Non-residents - Annual cards available for $20

Additional Eligible Areas

Tennessee areas eligible for free Clarksville library cards

Tennessee

Residents living in these TN ZIP codes also qualify for free library cards:

37010 37035 37050 37051 37079

TN state butterfly: Zebra Swallowtail

Kentucky areas eligible for free Clarksville library cards

Kentucky

Residents living in these KY ZIP codes also qualify for free library cards:

42204 42220 42223 42234 42262 42265 42266 42286

KY state flower: Goldenrod

Your Library Card Made Easy: What to Bring

Simply show us your photo ID with your current address, and we'll have your library card ready in minutes!

Address Verification

If your ID shows a different address, bring one of these proof-of-residence documents:

  • Recent utility bill
  • Signed lease or rental agreement
  • Mail received within the last 30 days
  • USPS mail forwarding confirmation

University Students

Students living on campus applying for our special 1-year university card need all three:

  • Valid student ID
  • Proof of residence on campus
  • Photo ID

Young Readers

For library lovers under 18, a parent or legal guardian must have a card with us and be present when setting up the juvenile account.

Questions

If you have questions about getting your library card, please give us a call at (931) 648-8826.

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Library Borrowing Guide

Learn about library checkouts, renewals, and borrowing policies.

Resident library card holders:

Check out up to 30 library items including:

  • Up to 7 DVDs
  • Up to 7 music CDs
  • 1 Portable WiFi Hotspot

Non-resident library members:

  • Enjoy the same 30-item checkout limit with a $20 annual fee

Courtesy library card holders:

  • Borrow up to 3 select library materials
Clarksville Library Borrowing Periods
Library materials Borrowing duration
Books, audiobooks, playaways 3 weeks (21 days)
WiFi hotspots 2 weeks (14 days)
DVDs and music CDs 1 week (7 days)

Finished with your public library materials?

Return them conveniently through:

  • Our accessible indoor library book drop
  • Our time-saving drive-through library return drop

Love what you borrowed from our public library?

Most items can be renewed twice! Simply:

Overdue item fees

Your library charges the following daily fees for overdue materials:

Clarksville Library Late Fees
Library material type Daily overdue fee
Books, ebooks & audiobooks $0.25 per library item
DVDs, CDs & playaways $0.50 per library item
WiFi hotspots $3.00 per device

We'll send a friendly reminder if items are over 7 days past due.

Library Access For All

Library visitors, with or without a library card, are free to:

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Library Card Design Contest

Held each September as part of Library Card Month.

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Food for Fines Program - donate food to reduce library fines

Food for Fines Program

Annual opportunity to donate, reduce your fines, and help others.

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