The Division manages the State Library and Archives, supports public libraries, directs records management services, and is the designated information resource provider for the state of Florida.
State Library of Florida
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Division of Library and Information Services
About the State Library of Florida
Primary information resource provider for the Florida state government since 1845.
Serving state agencies, the legislature and Florida residents.
Issued over 10,000 library cards.
Served over 22,000 users in person, on the phone, via email and online.
Collect, preserve and provide access to the published history of Florida.
Collect and make available state government publications through the Florida Depository Program.
Read our mission statement to learn more.
Over 700,000 available items, including books, magazines, and newspapers
2000 + maps of Florida
Over 180,000 photographs
Over 200,000 government documents
Genealogy books and online resources
Many varied online information resources
The FEL is a collection of more than 50 million online information resources – a gateway to digital:
Ask a Librarian reference service
Florida residents download over 17 million articles each year from the FEL.
Capitol Branch
The Capitol Branch of the State Library of Florida:
Combines public administration and legal resources.
Provides priority research and information services to members of the Florida Legislature and their staffs.
Assists general public with legislative research.
View maps, directions and a list of resources available to visitors.
Policies and Fees
Please call us at 850.245.6682 or email us at [email protected].
State Historical Records Advisory Board
Many of these resources and programs are funded under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Florida's LSTA program is administered by the Department of State's Division of Library and Information Services.
R.A. Gray Building
500 South Bronough Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0250