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The Montana State Library Commission has awarded 25 public libraries in the state with the 2024 Excellent Library Service Award.
Libraries receiving the award have demonstrated their commitment to excellence through programs, services, and partnerships that are data-informed and that align with community needs and goals. Click for the list of libraries.
Click here! to sign up for State Library email updates by topic. After you enter your email, you will have the option to pick topics that are of interest to you.
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We are the home for knowledge about Montana, for Montanans, by Montanans. Our collections, information services, and committed staff are accessible to everyone. You can trust you’re receiving accurate information that meets your needs and expands your knowledge.
Montana's Libraries: We provide continuing education, consulting, programming, and consortia services to libraries across Montana. Start exploring HERE.
Talking Books Program: We offer alternative reading materials for Montana residents who cannot read standard print due to vision loss, physical limitation, or reading disability. APPLY HERE!
GIS Information and Coordination: We collect, maintain, and make available digital geospatial information for all potential uses and users, both private and public. Explore HERE.
Natural Heritage Program: We provide info on Montana's species and habitats, emphasizing those of conservation concern. Explore HERE.
Montana History Portal: We offer digitized historic and contemporary resources that reflect the Montana experience. Explore HERE.
Government Information: We provide access to state publications, state agency databases, archived state and local government websites, and federal docs. Explore HERE.
Water Information Systems: We provide high quality water info, including GIS data, interactive applications, maps, and water-related links. Explore HERE.
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This year's theme for the Summer Reading Program is "Adventure Begins at Your Library". Visit your local public library to participate in this wonderful program. Find your local library here.
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The Montana Cadastral application (gis.mt.gov) is heavily used by Montanans across the state as the source on land ownership information. Citizens, industries, and government entities use this map-based application to search for property information by geocode, owner, address, assessment code, subdivision, or by location on the map.
We recently released a new version of the application. This redesign is a complete rewrite with significant changes “under the hood.” With the redesign, the application is now more mobile device friendly with improved performance for phone and tablet access. Click for more details about the new and improved features.
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Check us out on YouTube. We have a variety of videos for librarians and all Montanans to learn.
 Want to learn about Rockhounding? Watch this great video with Neil Maier, President of the Hellgate Mineral Society.
 Our Natural Heritage Program has a series of videos on how to use their Map Viewer web application. You can learn how to use the application tools to explore Montana's species and ecological info in the Map Viewer.
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Montana State Library is excited to announce the launch of the Montana State Reference Network (MTSRN) subscription service.
The Montana State Reference Network is the state-owned real time positioning network that provides centimeter or better accuracy in latitude, longitude, and 2 to 5 centimeter accuracy in ellipsoid height at any given time.
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Community-centric development: The MTSRN is tailored to meet the unique needs of Montana, addressing specific geographic and economic challenges within our state.
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Collaborative improvements: The MTSRN’s success is built on the collaborative efforts of local entities, including government agencies, private businesses, and educational institutions.
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Enhanced efficiency and precision: Our network provides highly precise and accurate real-time correction to create your GNSS observation for a wide range of applications, from engineering and surveying and agriculture to urban planning.
Click to learn more and purchase a subscription.
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Our Digital Atlas is designed for finding geographic locations in Montana and viewing different topo maps and aerial photos. Here is a historic aerial of the State Capitol. |
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The Montana State Library sends condolences to the family of Lisa Mecklenberg Jackson who died on May 27, 2024. I have never known our community without her, and her loss leaves a hole that will not be easily filled. Having worked in both special and public libraries, Lisa understood and appreciated how libraries serve people in all aspects of their lives and livelihoods. As an attorney, she shared unparalleled legal knowledge with libraries and the patrons she served. Lisa worked tirelessly to promote the work of libraries. For many, Lisa is synonymous with the Sheila Cates Scholarship, awarded annually by the Montana Library Association in honor of the State Library’s own Sheila Cates, who also died of cancer. It was my honor to know Lisa as both my colleague and my friend.
Jennie Stapp, State Librarian
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Knowledge about Montana, for Montanans, by Montanans
The Montana State Library helps all organizations, communities, and Montanans thrive through excellent library resources and services.
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