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Central Library

(318) 746-1693
2206 Beckett Street
Bossier City, LA 71111
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Mon-Thu: 9:00am-8:00pm
Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

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Aulds Library Branch

(318) 742-2337
3950 Wayne Avenue
Bossier City, LA 71112
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Mon-Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm

Benton Library Branch

(318) 965-2751
115 Courthouse Drive
Benton, LA 71006
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Mon-Thu: 9:00am-7:00pm
Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
Sat: 10:00am-2:00pm

East 80 Library Branch

(318) 949-2665
1050 Bellevue Road
Haughton, LA 71037
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Mon-Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm

Haughton Library Branch

(318) 949-0196
116 West McKinley
Haughton, LA 71037
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Mon-Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
Sat: 10:00am-2:00pm

History Center

(318) 746-7717
2206 Beckett Street
Bossier City, LA 71111
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Mon-Thu: 9:00am-8:00pm
Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

Plain Dealing Library Branch

(318) 326-4233
208 East Mary Lee Avenue
Plain Dealing, LA 71064
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Mon-Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm

Tooke Library Branch

(318) 987-3915
451 Fairview Point Road
Elm Grove, LA 71051
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Mon-Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm

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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 curator Randall Palmer. 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 "Central Library" group.
Dec 1 2023 Fri

Polar Express Day

All Day
Children
This event is in the "Central Library" group.
Dec 1 2023 Fri

Polar Express Day

All Day
Children
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Kids Zone
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Movies & Film
Event Details:
We'll have cozy hot chocolate, cookies, and themed crafts for Polar Express Day! The movie will be showing all day long, so drop in and enjoy. You can even wear your pajamas! ...
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.
Dec 1 2023 Fri

Art Drop In

9:00am - 6:00pm
All Ages
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.
Dec 1 2023 Fri

Art Drop In

9:00am - 6:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community Engagement & Outreach
Event Details:
Pop in for monthly art prompts and participate in our community art wall! Create at your own pace. A new prompt is announced on the first of each month. Artwork is accepted throughout the month and any medium is welcome! Monthly bookmarks will ...
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.
Dec 1 2023 Fri

Walking Club

9:30am - 10:00am
All Ages
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.
Dec 1 2023 Fri

Walking Club

9:30am - 10:00am
All Ages
Library Branch: Plain Dealing Library Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Personal Improvement
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.
Dec 1 2023 Fri

Crochet Angels

10:00am - 10:45am
Adult
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.
Dec 1 2023 Fri

Crochet Angels

10:00am - 10:45am
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 1 2023 Fri

Lil' Literacy Learners Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.
Dec 1 2023 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: 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.  We will have a great time with ...
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.
Dec 1 2023 Fri

Coffee and Community

10:30am - 11:30am
Adult
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.
Dec 1 2023 Fri

Coffee and Community

10:30am - 11:30am
Adult
Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Engagement & Outreach
Event Details:
Join us for a great convo and great coffee! For adults only. ...
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