Vision
The Dauphin County Library System
Serves the information needs of Dauphin County citizens with a dedicated staff of skilled and knowledgeable library employees;
Is the bridge that unites available, affordable, and accessible information with a widely diverse community; seeks opportunities to meld traditional library services with new technologies;
Is the information place, working hand-in-hand with other agencies to provide access to the information that is integral to the well-being of our community
Guiding Principles
The Dauphin County Library System is committed to:
Upholding the principle of free speech and to opposing the restriction or suppression of ideas, information, or artistic expression;
Serving all people, regardless of age, race, religion, gender, physical ability or economic status;
Providing free basic services to all and making prudent decisions about those services;
Being fully accountable for all funds we receive;
Promoting a lifelong love of learning.