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Central Library Complex

9:00am-5:00pm
(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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Community Engagement

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Aulds Library Branch

Closed
(318) 742-2337

3950 Wayne Avenue
Bossier City, LA 71112
United States

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

Benton Library Branch

10:00am-2:00pm
(318) 965-2751

115 Courthouse Drive
Benton, LA 71006
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Sun: Closed
Mon-Thu: 9:00am-7:00pm
Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
Sat: 10:00am-2:00pm

East 80 Library Branch

Closed
(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

Closed
(318) 949-0196

116 West McKinley
Haughton, LA 71037
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Sun: Closed
Mon-Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
Sat: Closed

History Center

By appointment only
(318) 746-7717

7204 Hutchison Dr.
Bossier City, LA 71111
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Sun: Closed
Mon-Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
Sat: By appointment only

Plain Dealing Library Branch

Closed
(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

Closed
(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 "Benton Library Branch" group
Dec 13 2025 Sat

Saturday Sprouts Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Benton Library Branch
Children
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group
Dec 13 2025 Sat

Saturday Sprouts Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Children
Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Come join the fun!! Saturday Sprouts Storytime is the place to be on the 2nd Saturday of the month! Enjoy music, movement, and more! Storytime and crafts!! Don't miss out!!

This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group
Dec 15 2025 Mon

Spill the Tea Social

10:00am–11:00am
Haughton Library Branch
Adult
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group
Dec 15 2025 Mon

Spill the Tea Social

10:00am–11:00am
Adult
Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Room: Haughton Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Personal Improvement
Event Details:

A drop in program serving hot drinks, and even hotter gossip on what's new at the library, and in your community. Join us and find out what's going on here at your Haughton branch, and at your other Bossier Parish Libraries.

This event is in the "Tooke Library Branch" group
Dec 15 2025 Mon

A Novel Ideal

10:30am–11:30am
Tooke Library Branch
Adult
This event is in the "Tooke Library Branch" group
Dec 15 2025 Mon

A Novel Ideal

10:30am–11:30am
Adult
Library Branch: Tooke Library Branch
Room: Tooke Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

You can pick up a copy of the book here, or you’re welcome to purchase your own if you’d prefer to keep it. We also have the audiobook available upon request. Our group meets once a month to discuss the book.

This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group
Dec 15 2025 Mon

Diamond Art Painting

11:00am–12:00pm
Haughton Library Branch
Adult
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group
Dec 15 2025 Mon

Diamond Art Painting

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Room: Haughton Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:

Join us and create a diamond masterpiece. 

This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group
Dec 15 2025 Mon

Book Club

3:00pm–4:00pm
Plain Dealing Library Branch
Adult
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group
Dec 15 2025 Mon

Book Club

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Plain Dealing Library Branch
Room: Plain Dealing Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
This event is in the "Aulds Library Branch" group
Dec 15 2025 Mon

Keep Calm and Carry Yarn

3:30pm–4:45pm
Aulds Library Branch
All Ages
This event is in the "Aulds Library Branch" group
Dec 15 2025 Mon

Keep Calm and Carry Yarn

3:30pm–4:45pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Aulds Library Branch
Room: Aulds Library Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:

Keep Calm and Carry Yarn

Calling all crocheters, knitters, weavers, and anyone else who works with yarn.  Join us for yarning and chatting!

Bring your supplies and work on an existing project or start a new one.

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