New Orleans Public Library Employee Directory
Government AdministrationLouisiana, United States51-200 Employees
The New Orleans Public Library is a mid-sized government library system that serves all of Orleans Parish with a network of locations across the city. Founded in 1843, it began as a single French Quarter house and has since grown into a city-wide public resource. Based in New Orleans, Louisiana, the organization provides access to information and tools intended to empower the community. Its mission centers on transforming lives, enriching neighborhoods, and preserving the city's history. The library also emphasizes a set of core principles including open access to information, accountability, customer service, innovation, intellectual freedom, partnerships, preservation of culture, respect, and teamwork. In 2024, it introduced the region's first library vending machine, expanding access to materials beyond traditional outlets.