The library provides many services including reference services, young adult services and children's programs, services to the homebound and information about the Pacific Northwest. As part of the North Olympic Library System, the Port Angeles Library offers access to over 151,000 volumes, thousands of audio and video cassettes, magazines, newspapers, educational toys and a variety of media equipment. Port Angeles Friends of the Library is a group of library-loving volunteers. A Friend's shop is maintained in the lobby to sell gift items and books that are either donated or that the library no longer needs. The Friends sponsor monthly programs during the winter months.
New members are always welcome.
Applications are available at the Checkout Desk. The Raymond Carver meeting room is available for public meetings. Contact library regarding reservations. The Port Angeles Public Library and North Olympic Library System Service Center totals about 35,000 square feet. The library itself comprises about 29,000.