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    State Library of Pennsylvania

    Welcome to the State Library of Pennsylvania's website.

    Overview

    The Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL) within the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) supports, develops, and provides library services for learning and advancement.

    We serve Pennsylvanians through the work of two bureaus:

    The Bureau of the State Library & The Bureau of Library Development

    Learn More About the Office of Commonwealth Libraries

    POWER Library

    POWER Library is the online portal to all that Pennsylvania libraries offer. This is the place to find trustworthy answers to questions about healthcare, consumer purchases, personal finances, and much more. Enjoy 24/7 access to newspapers, magazines, journals, historical documents and photos, online databases, and eBooks.

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