About Us
Division of Library and Information Services
Our overall mission is to promote and enhance library, records management and archival services for the state of Florida. We seek to ensure access to information resources for the citizens of Florida, government agencies, libraries, businesses and educational institutions.
Specifically, the Division operates:
- The State Library and Archives of Florida in downtown Tallahassee
- A second branch of the Library and Archives in the Capitol Building
- Florida's records management program, including the State Records Center
- The Bureau of Library Development
The State Library of Florida
Who We Are
- Primary information resource provider for the Florida state government since 1845.
- Serving state agencies, the legislature and Florida residents.
- Issued over 10,000 library cards.
- Served over 22,000 users in person, on the phone, via email and online.
Find more information on our collections, locations and more.
The State Archives of Florida
The Archives collects, preserves, and makes available for research:
- Historically significant records of the state.
- Private manuscripts that trace the cultural, economic, military, religious and social development of Florida.
- Local government records.
- Photographs.
- Materials that complement official state records.
Find more information about research at the Archives, American Archives Month and more.
How do I donate to the Archives?
Records Management
Records management is about making sure information is available when and where you need it.
- Control and manage the flow of information.
- Retain, store and dispose of records.
- Control and manage administrative operations.
- Manage your records when you create, use, store and destroy them.
Find more information about the benefits of records management and Florida's records management program.
Library Development
Library development supports public libraries in Florida, helping them to improve and expand their services. Our consultants provide invaluable help with:
- Grant funding
- Continuing education
- E-Government
- Leadership
- Technical assistance
- And much more
Other programs
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