Library

The Air Force Library Program offers resources for airmen, guardians, and their families in all locations and military stages.

Installation libraries play an important role in Air Force and Space Force professional life. They offer technical publications to support job requirements and opportunities for career development. You can earn college degrees and certifications, update promotion packages, prepare for transition or retirement, and more. Many resources are available online through the Air Force website.

Installation libraries also offer community programs such as story times and summer reading programs. There are author and book talks, as well as events to celebrate holidays and Air Force and Space Force heritage events. Most libraries also offer access to computers, internet, and basic office equipment like copiers and faxing services. Programs and services vary by location, so contact your local installation library for more information.

All Defense Department service members and their families can also use the online DOD MWR Libraries. The online libraries provide an array of resources for children and adults. Access free tutoring, finance and language classes, career transition assistance, car care advice, legal forms, and much more. Visit Military OneSource to learn more about the DOD MWR Libraries.

The Air Force Library Program has 91 libraries that serve more than 4.5 million customers. They circulate 3.5 million items annually and house more than 2.7 million print, audio, video and online resources. See what it can do for you and your family today.

Active Duty, retired, civilians, family members, and contractors are eligible to use the Grand Forks AFB library.

The Grand Forks Air Force Base Library provides access to an extensive collection of materials including fiction and nonfiction books for all ages and audiences, graphic novels, audio books, music, movies, magazines, board games, and video games. Some of our notable collections include professional and academic testing materials, CSAF reading lists, and homeschooling resources. Don’t see it on the shelf? With the Worldcat Inter-Library Loan program, the Grand Forks AFB Library is your portal to lending from institutions all over the US. Can’t stop to browse? Shoot us an email and we can save you the time with a grab-and-go request.

Through the Library patrons can access an ever expanding collection of e-books, digital audio books, and online resources for many professional, education, and entertainment needs. Databases tailored to age groups and interests provide researchers the most up-to-date articles and information. Online services for learning languages, community courses, and tutor services are available to all patrons. Digital tools for educators, DIYers, small business owners, and more can be found through our eResources.

Office services such as internet access, computers, printing, copying, faxing, and scanning are offered free of charge. Our Tech Room offers even more great free resources such as 3D printing, Cricut, sewing machine, microscope, telescope, STEM kits, production studio, and Go Pro.

The Library hosts a variety of programs for different age groups including Wednesday Story Time, Summer Reading Program, STEAM Saturdays, and Special Events.