NEXT Wednesday, November 11 the library will be CLOSED.
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Ketchikan Public Library
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Provides information, educational and recreational materials, public spaces and community programs.
Source: ketchikanpubliclibrary.org
Contact & hours
Phone
907-225-3331
Call Ketchikan Public LibraryAddress
1110 Copper Ridge Lane, Ketchikan, Alaska 99901
DirectionsOrganization’s page says · 1110 Copper Ridge Ln, Ketchikan, AK, United States, 99901 · source · Checked Oct 19, 2026
Office hours
Sunday noon-6 p.m.; Monday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Tuesday-Wednesday 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Thursday-Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
General email
library@firstcitylibraries.org
EmailWebsite
ketchikanpubliclibrary.org
Open websiteOrganization’s page
facebook.com/ketchikan.public.library
Open their pageEmail by purpose
rebeccab@firstcitylibraries.org · Head of Outreach Services — Rebecca Brown
lisap@firstcitylibraries.org · Head of Adult Services — Lisa Pearson
amiet@firstcitylibraries.org · Head of Youth Services — Amie Toepfer
robertr@firstcitylibraries.org · Office Manager
patt@firstcitylibraries.org · Meeting-room requests
Sources: ketchikanpubliclibrary.org 2 3 (checked Oct 19, 2026) · Organization’s page (checked Oct 19, 2026) · Official website (checked Oct 19, 2026)
Service area2
City of KetchikanKetchikan Gateway Borough
Source: ketchikanpubliclibrary.org
Posts mention1
Ketchikan
Communities named in their posts and events — not a declared service area.
Current notices1
Upcoming events19
FALL Move 'n Groove
Thu, Nov 5 · 10:00 AM AKST
Ketchikan Public Library, 1110 Copper Ridge Ln
Hosted by Ketchikan Public Library
Fun in the Afternoon
Thu, Nov 5 · 2:00 PM AKST
Ketchikan Public Library
Hosted by Ketchikan Public Library
Arts & Craft Supply Exchange
Sat, Nov 7 · 1:00 PM AKST
Ketchikan Public Library
Hosted by Ketchikan Public Library
Services & programs26
Fun in the Afternoon - free program for adults with an intellectual disability
First Thursday of the month 2:00-3:30 PM
Who can applyAdults 18+ with an intellectual disability
Where1110 Copper Ridge Ln
HoursFirst Thursday of the month 2:00-3:30 PM
DeadlinesFun in the Afternoon
Library home delivery for limited mobility
Who can applyResidents with limited mobility
Library Cards and Borrowing
Provides library accounts and loans of books and other materials.
Who can applyResidents; separate requirements apply to part-time property owners, stationed USCG members and temporary residents.
How to applyFull-time residents bring Alaska photo ID and postmarked mail showing their current local address.
Children’s Services
Offers books, audiovisual materials, play spaces and children’s programs.
Who can applyChildren
How to applyVisit the Children’s Library; check the event calendar for programs.
Teen Services
Provides teen collections, study space and a Teen Advisory Group.
Who can applyTeens
How to applyVisit the Teen Room; follow the Teen Advisory Group link to join.
Sources: Organization’s page 2 3 (last checked Sep 28, 2026 · Update pending) · ketchikanpubliclibrary.org 2 (checked Oct 12, 2026)
Latest updates50
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NEXT Wednesday, November 11 the library will be CLOSED.
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Departments & offices23
Library Cards and Borrowing
Provides library accounts and loans of books and other materials.
Who it servesResidents; separate requirements apply to part-time property owners, stationed USCG members and temporary residents.
How to get helpFull-time residents bring Alaska photo ID and postmarked mail showing their current local address.
Children’s Services
Offers books, audiovisual materials, play spaces and children’s programs.
Who it servesChildren
How to get helpVisit the Children’s Library; check the event calendar for programs.
Teen Services
Provides teen collections, study space and a Teen Advisory Group.
Who it servesTeens
How to get helpVisit the Teen Room; follow the Teen Advisory Group link to join.
Adult Services
Provides collections, events, study space and business, career and craft resources.
Who it servesAdults
How to get helpVisit the library or use the website and event calendar.
Outreach and Homebound Delivery
Delivers library materials to homes and facilities.
Who it servesPatrons unable to reach the library because of limited mobility.
How to get helpCall, email library@firstcitylibraries.org or use Request Homebound Services.
Digital Library and Online Resources
Offers e-books, audiobooks, films, music, language learning and homework help.
Who it servesLibrary account holders
How to get helpChoose a resource from Find Stuff and sign in with your library account.
Meeting and Study Rooms
Offers meeting rooms for public nonprofit meetings and small study rooms.
Who it servesNonprofit organizations for public meeting rooms.
How to get helpSubmit the linked meeting-room request form; available study rooms require in-person sign-up.
Interlibrary Loan
Requests materials unavailable locally from other libraries.
Who it servesLibrary patrons except temporary cardholders.
How to get helpAsk at the front desk or call during open hours; a $3 search charge applies.
Visitor Access
Provides free Wi-Fi, seating, restrooms and newspapers.
Who it servesVisitors
How to get helpVisit during library hours.
Teen Advisory Group (T.A.G.)
Teen participation in library programming, reviews and activities.
Who it servesIn high school (or age 13-19)
How to get helpFill out the T.A.G. application and either e-mail it or print it and bring it to the Ketchikan Public Library.
tax form and Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) applications
IRS forms and instructions each spring, annual PFD application forms, and free Internet access for online filing.
Laptop checkout
In-library laptops, up to 2 hours per patron daily; bring library card and photo ID with current address. Return at least 30 minutes before closing.
Who it serveslibrary patrons 14 years and older in good standing
How to get helpDownload and complete the Laptop Checkout Policy.
borrow AV equipment
Slide and overhead projectors, portable easels, Epson digital projectors and projection screen; deposit required, 48-hour loan and one renewal.
Comics Plus
Digital comics, graphic novels and manga for adults, teens and children.
Who it servesWith your Library account
Mango Languages
Language learning.
Who it servesWith your Library account
Freegal+
Free music streaming and downloads.
Who it servesWith your Library account
Kanopy Films
Free streaming films and documentaries.
Who it servesWith your Library account
Hoopla
Digital audiobooks, eBooks, comics, movies, TV, magazines and music.
Who it servesWith your Library account
Live Homework Help
Live assignment, test preparation and career help.
Who it servesWith your Library account
NewsBank
Alaskan and national news sources.
Who it servesWith your Library account
NoveList
Book recommendations based on favorite authors, books and genres.
Who it servesWith your Library account
BookShare
Island BookShare locations.
Suggest a purchase
Recommend books, videos, magazines and audiobooks for the library collection.
Sources: ketchikanpubliclibrary.org 2 3 4 5 6 7 (checked Oct 19, 2026)
Leadership
Pat Tully
Library Director
Robert Rice
Office Manager
Diane Liljegren
Chair and Borough Resident outside the City
Grant EchoHawk
Vice-Chair and At-Large Member
Kathy Bolling
Borough Assembly Rep
Kate Govaars
At-Large Member
Jack Finnegan
City Council Rep
Nina Hopps
Friends Rep
Gregory Sexton Brown
At-Large Member
Corynn Hirt
At-Large Member
Sources: ketchikanpubliclibrary.org 2 (checked Oct 19, 2026)
Public meetings & records
Schedules
Library opening hours
Sunday noon-6 p.m.; Monday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Tuesday-Wednesday 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Thursday-Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. · 1110 Copper Ridge Lane
Free Style Book Club
Second and fourth Mondays at 2 p.m. · Ketchikan Public Library
Sources: ketchikanpubliclibrary.org (checked Oct 12, 2026)
Good to know
- The library serves both the City of Ketchikan and the Ketchikan Gateway Borough.
- As of September 2026, books cannot be requested through the shared school/public-library online catalog.
Sources: ketchikanpubliclibrary.org 2 (checked Oct 12, 2026)
Forms & applications4
Official links
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Hosted by Ketchikan Indian Community
Sources & corrections
- Official pages (ketchikanpubliclibrary.org)Read · Checked Oct 12, 2026
- About the organization, from its pageRead · Checked Oct 19, 2026
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