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Central Library Complex

9:00am-8:00pm
(318) 746-1693

7204 Hutchison Drive
Bossier City, LA 71111
United States

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Sun: Closed
Mon-Thu: 9:00am-8:00pm
Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

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Aulds Library Branch

9:00am-6:00pm
(318) 742-2337

3950 Wayne Avenue
Bossier City, LA 71112
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Sun: Closed
Mon-Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
Sat: Closed

Benton Library Branch

9:00am-7:00pm
(318) 965-2751

115 Courthouse Drive
Benton, LA 71006
United States

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Sun: Closed
Mon-Thu: 9:00am-7:00pm
Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
Sat: Closed

East 80 Library Branch

9:00am-6:00pm
(318) 949-2665

1050 Bellevue Road
Haughton, LA 71037
United States

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Sun: Closed
Mon-Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
Sat: Closed

Haughton Library Branch

9:00am-6:00pm
(318) 949-0196

116 West McKinley
Haughton, LA 71037
United States

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Sun: Closed
Mon-Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
Sat: 10:00am-2:00pm

History Center

9:00am-8:00pm
(318) 746-7717

2206 Beckett Street
Bossier City, LA 71111
United States

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Sun: Closed
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Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

Plain Dealing Library Branch

9:00am-6:00pm
(318) 326-4233

208 East Mary Lee Avenue
Plain Dealing, LA 71064
United States

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Sun: Closed
Mon-Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
Sat: Closed

Tooke Library Branch

9:00am-6:00pm
(318) 987-3915

451 Fairview Point Road
Elm Grove, LA 71051
United States

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Sun: Closed
Mon-Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
Sat: Closed

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Bossier Parish Libraries History Center

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  • History Center
    "Preserving the history and memories of Bossier Parish, Louisiana."
  • History Center Blog
    We acquire and preserve items of lasting value concerning Bossier Parish history and culture.
  • History Center Newsletter - The History Current
    News and highlights from the Bossier Parish Libraries History Center
  • History Center Presentations List
    Presentations can be at the Historical Center (with a tour, if desired) or may be at your classroom or meeting place. Programs are scheduled according to presenter availability.


History & Genealogy Research Databases

  • Ancestry.com (In-House Only)
    Whether you are just starting your family history or you are looking for a new perspective on your research, these guides will put you in the right frame of mind.
  • Bossier Parish Newpapers (In-House Only)
    A searchable database of eleven Bossier Parish specific newspapers that have been digitized.
  • Collections Database
    We invite you to search our index and collections database. If you need assistance from Historical Center staff, call (318)746-7717 or e-mail our curator, Jaylie Rester. Please see our Research Policy for an explanation of the assistance we are able to provide to both local and long-distance patrons.  You may also view our Acquisitions Policy for an explanation of what types of materials we aquire and curate.
  • FamilySearch
    FamilySearch is a nonprofit family history organization dedicated to connecting families across generations. FamilySearch believes that families bring joy and meaning to life.  Learning about our ancestors helps us better understand who we are—creating a family bond, linking the present to the past, and building a bridge to the future.  Our vision is carried out by a dedicated team of employees and volunteers who work tirelessly to preserve and share the largest collection of genealogical and historical records in the world.
  • Names & Place Index
    Browse an alphabetical listing of names, places, and organizations from the Bossier Banner newspaper.
  • Newspapers.com
    Newspapers.com is the largest online newspaper archive consisting of 300+ million pages of historical newspapers from 7,600+ newspapers from around the United States and beyond. Newspapers provide a unique view of the past and can help us understand and connect with the people, events and attitudes of an earlier time.

 

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Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group
Dec 5 2025 Fri

Crochet Angels

10:00am–11:00am
Haughton Library Branch
Adult
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group
Dec 5 2025 Fri

Crochet Angels

10:00am–11:00am
Adult
Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Room: Haughton Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:

We crochet every Friday at 10am.  Whatever level you find yourself on - we would love for you to join us!  

This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group
Dec 5 2025 Fri

Lil' Literacy Learners' Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Benton Library Branch
Children
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group
Dec 5 2025 Fri

Lil' Literacy Learners' Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games, Storytime
Event Details:

Welcome to Lil' Literacy Learners' Storytime!  This storytime is geared towards preschool-aged children where they'll learn to sit, listen, share and communicate with others their age in a fun environment. 

This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group
Dec 5 2025 Fri

Story Time

10:30am–11:30am
Plain Dealing Library Branch
Children
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group
Dec 5 2025 Fri

Story Time

10:30am–11:30am
Children
Library Branch: Plain Dealing Library Branch
Room: Plain Dealing Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group
Dec 5 2025 Fri

Bingo

11:00am–12:00pm
Haughton Library Branch
Adult
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group
Dec 5 2025 Fri

Bingo

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Room: Haughton Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group
Dec 5 2025 Fri

Family Flannel Fluency Hour

11:00am–12:00pm
Benton Library Branch
All Ages
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group
Dec 5 2025 Fri

Family Flannel Fluency Hour

11:00am–12:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

It's Family Flannel Fluency Hour! After an energizing Lil' Literacy Learners' Storytime, have fun with flannel (felt) story pieces as a family!

This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group
Dec 5 2025 Fri

Anime and Manga

4:00pm–5:00pm
East 80 Library Branch
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group
Dec 5 2025 Fri

Anime and Manga

4:00pm–5:00pm
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts, DIY, & Games, Movies & Film
Event Details:

Teens can watch new Anime shows and movies, talk about their favorite shows and Manga series, and show off their Cosplay! You don't need to register. Snacks will be provided. 

Meetings are on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month.

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