Join the Library

Step 1: Select payment plan

Memberships are for a 12-month period. Non-transferrable and non-refundable.

To provide you with the best service, we kindly ask that all memberships be completed online.

If you encounter issues with the online process, contact Member Services.

Please enroll online 2-3 days before your first visit to allow us time to process your membership.

Important Information

It only takes a few minutes to sign up online.

Once your online payment is received, you will receive a confirmation email within 48 hours to come to the Library to pick up your card. You will be asked to show:

  • a valid, official photo ID (passport or identity card)
  • a document with your name and current postal address
  • *For Student memberships—current student card
  • *For Unemployed memberships—current documentation from Pôle Emploi
  • *For Disabled memberships—MDPH card

Memberships for children (under 18) must be submitted by parent or guardian.

If you are eligible for a special rate through an Institutional Partnership, please apply in person. Official proof of affiliation with a partner school or institution is required.

Benefits

  • Borrowing privileges from the Library’s collection of over 100,000 books for all ages and over 90 current newspapers and magazines
  • Historical periodical archive
  • Access to digital databases including e-books, digital magazines, scholarly resources, and a language-learning suite — accessible online from anywhere in the world
  • Use of two reading rooms, a members’ lounge, dedicated spaces for children and teens, an AV-equipped classroom, and the new Atelier
  • Use of two 3-person study rooms and a 12-person conference room (reservations required, 2-hour limit) for group study
  • Low-cost printing, copying, and scanning
  • Free, secure WiFi and use of desktop computers
  • Research assistance
  • Participation in events for children, teens, and adults
  • Participation in popular book groups, workshops, and seminars
  • Ability to suggest a new title
  • Volunteer and internship priority placement
  • Subscription to our electronic newsletter e-Libris
  • A haven in which to work, read, and relax
  • The opportunity to meet like-minded people and share common interests