Frequent Questions
Can I have a Library Card?
Anyone residing in Lewiston or Auburn is entitled to a free library card. More information on library cards.
Can you look up an obituary for me?
It depends on whether you have a library card or not. If you don’t, please use our Research Request Form to make your request. If you have a library card, we can look it up and send it to you if you know the exact date the obituary appeared in the paper. Otherwise, please use the form linked above or come in to the library in person.
Do you validate parking?
We validate parking only for parents with their children. See the Parking Map.
Can I volunteer at the library?
Short- and long-term volunteer opportunities are available for enthusiastic members of the community. See the Volunteering page.
Other Interesting Pages
Friends of LPL
The Friends of the Lewiston Public Library is a nonprofit organization that promotes the work of the Library and its connections to the community....
Lewiston History Resources
We have historical & genealogical resources on Lewiston, Androscoggin County, and Maine. The non-genealogical materials are detailed below; please...