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NEW! tutor.com

Lima Library is excited to offer tutoring assistance via tutor.com. With the use of a library card, patrons can access homework help, test prep, and even resume building and citizenship testing. This service is available between the hours of 3p-10p and can be accessed from the library or anywhere you have internet.

Friends of the Library

The Friends are a group of citizens who:

Obituary Request Policy

How to Order Obituaries from the Lima Public Library

The Lima Public Library maintains an index of obituaries appearing in the Lima News from 1933 (currently) to the present time. If the obituaries requested are on file in this index, there will be no charge for up to five obituary requests. For obituaries not listed in our index, requests in excess of five, and all other remote inquiries, please see our Remote Research Request Policy page.

Remote Research Request Policy

Remote Research Policy

The Lima Public Library strives to provide the best resources and services to meet the needs of the citizens of Allen County. The Library further recognizes its role as a regional information provider and its commitment to the health and well being of the greater library world.

Digital Library

Outreach Services

The Lima Public Library is always looking for ways to connect with our community. If you're not able to visit the library frequently, take a look at our outreach service options.

Homebound Delivery Services
Can't make it out of the house regularly, but love getting library materials? Contact us about our homebound delivery service options. We'll drop off items to you once a month and collect them again when we bring a fresh supply. Contact Lora Capps at 419-228-5113 ext. 1 with any questions or to get signed up.