Pekin Public Library

The Pekin Public Library strives to fulfill the informational, educational and recreational needs of Pekin residents. The library is staffed 65 hours per week with knowledgeable employees to guide residents to the right information, book or item. Library cards are free to city residents.

Services include…

• Free educational programs for children and adults
• Public use computers with access to the Internet and word processing programs
• CDs
• Current movie titles on DVD and videocassette
• Extensive reference collection
• Large print books
• Used book sale room
• Local history room

In addition, the Tazewell County Genealogical & Historical Society is a nonpartisan, nonprofit, educational research institution. At the Ehrlicher Research Center, visitors and members can view a wealth of information and records relating to the area’s heritage.

Click here to visit the Pekin Public Library Website.