Library Cards FAQs

  • General Questions

    Library cards are free of charge for St. Tammany Parish residents and can be obtained at any library branch. A photo ID and proof of address must be shown to get a library card.

    A child must be at least five years old to get a library card. A parent or legal guardian must be present at the time of application for children ages 5 to 17 and show a photo ID and proof of address.

    Non-residents of St. Tammany Parish may purchase an out-of-parish library card for an annual fee of $30.00.

    This happens, and we understand. You can pick up a replacement card at any of our 12 branches for a $3 replacement fee. 

    You can also call or visit a branch to request your library card number. You will need to verify your identity before they can release the information.

    Accounts are temporarily locked for 1 hour after 5 incorrect login attempts. 

    Please wait one hour and consider resetting your password here.

    If you are still having trouble resetting your password, please contact your local branch.

    You can learn more about resetting your password here.

    No, a library card is required to check out any materials. If you have forgotten your library card, ask a staff member to assist you. You will be asked to provide your driver's license.

    Children under the age of 18 may not borrow NC-17 or R rated DVDs without their parents' or legal guardians' consent.

    Replacement cards can be purchased for $3.00 at any branch library.

    A St. Tammany Parish library card may be used at any of our branch libraries.

    Children must be at least 5 years old to get a library card.

    Library cards are free for St. Tammany residents. An out of parish library card may be purchased for a $30 annual fee by non-residents of the parish.