 The New Jersey State Library has been offering the highest quality service to the executive, legislative and judicial branches of state government for more than 200 years. The State Library’s mission has expanded since its establishment in 1796 to lead in the provision, promotion and support of high quality library and information services to all the people of New Jersey. The State Library’s mission is filled through the efforts of the State Library Information Center, the Library Development Bureau and the Library for the Blind and Handicapped.
NJSL Strategic Plan
The State Library Information Center’s major
function is to provide library services to state
government. These services include reference
assistance, access to extensive book, document
and journal collections, as well as a wide variety
of databases, online journals and e-books, photocopy
and interlibrary loan. The Information Center’s
resources are also available to assist other
libraries, Thomas Edison State College staff
and students, and residents of the State.
The Library Development Bureau provides consultant services and technical assistance to create and improve library, information and literacy services in New Jersey. The Bureau administers per capita state aid to public libraries, and state and federal grant funds. It coordinates resource sharing through the New Jersey Library Network, providing statewide access to a selection of databases. It also sponsors continuing education opportunities and recommends administrative code for libraries.
The Library for the Blind and Handicapped provides services to anyone living in New Jersey who for any physical reason cannot read regular printed books. Readers served by the library include people with a physical disability that prevents them from holding a book or turning its pages. Any one who is legally blind is also eligible. Applications may be obtained at the LBH website or by calling 1-800-792-8322. The application must be signed by a doctor, nurse, optometrist, professional staff of a hospital or institution, case worker, or a librarian certifying eligibility. Individuals with a learning disability that is certified by a medical doctor may also use the library's services. The library also provides services for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.
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