Franklin Parish Library

The Franklin Parish Library seeks to foster a life-long love of reading in all its patrons, facilitate research and study, to ensure equal access and service to all, and to enrich the parish by providing opportunities for information, education, culture, recreation, inspiration, and imagination. The library further seeks to be a faithful steward of the resources entrusted by the taxpayers of Franklin Parish. We currently serve an estimated population of 19,308 according to the United States Census Bureau (2022). Our library is a community-based resource whose general purpose includes: 1. Acquiring, organizing, administering, preserving, and making available books, periodicals, DVDs, microfilm displays, and other materials for the communication of ideas that contribute to an enlightened citizenry and enriched personal lives 2. Maintaining an up-to-date, non-circulating collection of appropriate reference material 3. Assisting individuals to reach personal goals 4. Making available li...