Library by Mail

Our Library by Mail service provides library materials to residents of Tompkins County who are physically unable to visit the Library. Patrons registered with the Library by Mail service may receive up to seven (7) items at a time delivered by the US Postal Service to their residence.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Who is eligible for this program?

To be eligible for Library by Mail, you must meet all three of the following criteria:

1. Live within the boundaries of Tompkins County
2. Possess or be willing to sign up for a Tompkins County Public Library card or a library card from another library in Tompkins County
3. Unable to get to the library

How do I sign up?

Email Circulation@tcpl.org or call 607-272-4557. 
 

Who pays for postage?

We do! Funding for this program has been provided by a generous grant from Cornell University.
 

Do I need a Tompkins County Public Library card to participate?

Yes. If you don‘t have one, you can fill out the online card application.