Illinois Library Sites

Illinois State Library

The Illinois State Library was created more than 150 years ago to serve the needs of state government. As the official library for state government, it has come a long way since 1839 when the young Secretary of State, Stephen A. Douglas, saw to it that space was reserved next to his new office for a small, fledgling library. Today, the Illinois State Library has become a computer-age doorway to worldwide information, providing patrons with an electronic bridge to the collections of universities, public and corporate libraries, and new information systems that will continue to develop into the 21st century and beyond.

Illinois Library Association

The Illinois Library Association is the voice for Illinois Libraries and the millions who depend on them. It provides leadership for the development, promotion, and improvement of library services in Illinois and for the library community, in order to enhance learning and ensure access for all.

Illinois Heartland Library System

The Illinois Heartland Library System is a multitype system including school districts, public libraries, special libraries, and academic libraries. Here you will find links to other local libraries.

I-Share

formerly called Illinet Online