Library Information and Services
Our Mission
The Vermilion Parish Library serves to enhance the quality of life of patrons of all ages, education, philosophy, occupation, economic level, ethnic origin and human condition with materials, information and services through a network of branches and a bookmobile. The library is committed to provide everyone with resources and programs to fulfill their informational, educational, recreational, cultural and technological needs.
Library Goals
- To provide patrons of the Vermilion Parish Library with free access to books, audios, computers and other resources and services for their education, information and recreation.
- To promote the library and its services.
- To provide free and equal access of its resources to all patrons of the library.
- To promote enlightened citizenship.
- To encourage continuing self-education.
- To support the Library Bill of Rights.
- To provide free public access to technology and the Internet.
Vermilion Library Foundation
The Vermilion Library Foundation is a grassroots organization of local supporters of the library. To read a statement from the Director of the Library regarding our foundation, or to contribute, please click here.
Library Services
Circulation Desk
Library Cards | Circulation | Fees and Overdue Items | Interlibrary Loan
Card Catalog Search | Renew Materials Online
Computer Use and Laptop Checkouts
Computer Assistance Policy | Electronic Use Policy
Laptop Checkout Policy | Social Software Policy
Meeting Rooms and Study Rooms
Exam Proctoring
Library staff may proctor exams for residents of Vermilion Parish if staff and facility space are available. All test taking requirements, including technical requirements, must be received from the issuing educational institution before any tests are taken.
