Oak Ridge Public Library

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.

Oak Ridge Public Library Mission Statement

One City One Book - Oak Ridge 2008

Come have lunch with the Doctor! Dr. William Bass will speak on “Stories of Oak Ridge”.
Click to see photos of the event.

Video and DVD check- out policies change.

Stained Glass Window Project Continues

Beginning Internet Class Try a “hand’s on” approach to learn about the Internet by signing up for one of the Library’s Beginning Internet Classes. You will discover its origins and the basics of hardware and software. Click here for more information.
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updated 5/08 by J. Farmer