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Get a Library Card

All residents of incorporated Village of Hinsdale are invited to get a Hinsdale Public Library card. This card may be used at any of the 98 libraries in the SWAN library system and is valid for three years.

ONLINE:
• Use the form below. Your card will be mailed to you within 3 business days. • All fields are required.

In person:
• Visit the Patron Services Desk during regular Library hours • Present a valid photo ID with current address and one other proof of residency such as utility bills, voter registration card, lease, or any First Class mail in your name • Residents under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian

Business owners may also obtain a card:
• Visit the Patron Services Desk during regular Library hours • Present a valid photo ID and proof of ownership/lease of an incorporated Village of Hinsdale business

Need online access fast?
If you do not have a current Hinsdale Library card, you can register for a temporary, digital only account to gain immediate access to downloadable content and databases. Register HERE.
This digital card is temporary and will expire when your permanent card arrives in the mail within 2 weeks. You will need to update any accounts with your new card number when it arrives.

Name
First Last
Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
HPL cards are for residents of incorporated Hinsdale. If you need assistance, email circulation@hinsdalelibrary.info
Phone
Date of Birth*
Pin Number*
Choose a 4 or 5 digit PIN.
Email*
Length of residency in Hinsdale*
- Less than 1 year
- 1-2 years
- 2+ years
Responsibility for Materials*
I understand I am responsible for all materials checked out on this card and for any charges that may result from late return, loss, or damage of materials borrowed. I agree to comply with Hinsdale Public Library and Reaching Across Illinois Libraries System regulations.
- Confirm
If Applicant is Under Age 18
(Parent/Guardian) I agree to be responsible for all materials borrowed and fines incurred by this applicant. I am also aware that there are no restrictions on borrowing privileges and I accept the responsibility for my child’s selection of materials.
- Confirm
Internet Permission Statement If Applicant is Under Age 14
(Parent/Guardian) I give permission for my child to access the Internet at the Hinsdale Public Library. I understand that the Library has no control over the content of the Internet and that the Library does not employ any filtering software, and I shall not hold the Library responsible for what my child views on the Internet. I have discussed appropriate Internet behavior with my child and accept full responsibility for supervising my child's use of the Internet and for my child's use of the Internet in accordance with the Library's Internet User Agreement.
- Confirm
- Decline
Parent/Guardian Name
Please note, by filling out the above application, you will also be signed up for the Library's eNewsletter and can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of the email.
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Email
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