Library Services

Ask us a question, get help with research, or book a one-on-one session with a librarian.

The Hancock County Public Library has all sorts of items, ready for you to borrow. Each type of item has its own set of rules regarding loan period, item limit, holds, fines, and ability to be renewed. Learn more on our Borrowing Information page.

Use the library's desktop or laptop computers for free with a library card or guest pass. Computers use a Windows-based operating system, are loaded with Microsoft Office products, and connect to the internet. See our Computer Use Policy.

A copy machine and printer are available in the public computer area. The cost per side of an 8.5x11 or 8.5x14 page is $0.10 for black and white copies and $0.25 for color copies.

The Hancock County Public Library provides free test proctoring (the student is responsible for all other associated expenses, including institutional fees or postage). Exams will be proctored for residents of Hancock County by a professional librarian. 

The library offers several premium homework help resources.

Interlibrary loan service (ILL) expands access to library materials beyond the holdings of the Hancock County Public Library. Make an ILL request online or call the Information Desk at (317) 462-5141, Ext. 240. 

Anyone permanently residing within Hancock County is eligible for a free library card! Bring a proof of address, such as a driver’s license or recent utility bill, to either HCPL location. If you live in Vernon Township, you will need to bring in your Vernon Township Public Library card.

Print at the library from your own device or one of our computers. The cost per side of an 8.5x11 or 8.5x14 page is $0.10 for black and white copies and $0.25 for color copies. See how to use mobile printing here.

Not sure what to read next? Fill out a quick survey, and our reading experts will pick some things for you and place them on hold.

If we don't have an item you're looking for, we may be able to purchase it for our collection or borrow from another library. 

Go beyond the search engine with our subscription databases: genealogy research, legal forms, investment research, live tutors and test prep, scholarly journals, and more. All of these are free to use for HCPL patrons. You may need your library card to access from home.

Reserve a study room for up to 12 people for free, or rent a meeting room for larger events.

Free wireless internet is available in our library. You can connect to our network using your own devices or check out one of our laptops.