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Close All Milwaukee Public Library Locations Closed for Christmas & New Year's...

Sunday, Dec. 15, Sunday, Dec. 22, Tuesday, Dec. 24, Wednesday, Dec. 25,
Sunday, Dec. 29, Tuesday, Dec. 31, and Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025.

Milwaukee Public Library Hours & Locations Close

Renewals

Online

  • Log into your account
  • Enter the numbers on the back of your library card (no spaces) and your Personal Identification Number (PIN).
  • If you do not have a PIN, enter your library card number and Submit. You will be prompted to enter a new PIN.
  • From within your account, select the boxes next to the items you want to renew.
  • Click on the Renew Selected Items button.
  • Overdue items can be renewed, but fines will be calculated.

By Phone

  • You will need your library card number and the barcode numbers of the books you want to renew.
  • Dial 414.277.0183
  • Follow the voice prompts.