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The Oak Ridge Public Library serves a community of 27,387. Oak Ridge is located 17 miles northwest of Knoxville, in East Tennessee, between the Cumberland and the Great Smoky Mountains. Founded as a secret federal government project during World War II, our city continues to preserve and define a tradition rich with scientific and educational excellence. Our Mission Statement
To enhance the quality of life in our community by offering exceptional library services.
To provide a continuum of knowledge, making information available in its ever-changing formats.
To collect, preserve and make available the history of our unique community.
To furnish our community with an extensive, easily accessible collection of recreational resources, which combines the best of the old and the new.
To nurture the children and youth of our community by giving them access to the exciting world of ideas.
To address the concerns of library users by listening and responding to their suggestions.
To appreciate the unique qualities of all individuals and to give each respect, consideration and excellent service.
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