Get a Card

Read library Card and MPL "A Powerful Community Treasure" Card

Get a library card at any MPL location! MPL has card types for all ages. Cards may be issued based on a number of criteria, such as living in Center Township, owning a business or property in Center Township, or being a student, teacher, or a foster child. Find out more at any MPL Info Desk. 

 

Never Had A Card Before?

If you haven’t had a card before or it’s been a while, apply for a library card here! Then stop in within 14 days of applying to show a photo ID and get a physical card.

Need to Renew Your Card?

Need to renew your card? Simply stop by any MPL branch and show your photo ID with proof of address. If you have any questions regarding your account, please call the Maring-Hunt Library (765) 747-8200 or Kennedy Library (765) 741-9727.

Policies

To get a library card you must agree to Muncie Public Library Borrowing Guidelines and Policies.

View the Borrower Guidelines.

Circulation Policies

Name Type Last Updated Next Review
Circulation Policy Circulation
Fines and Fees Policy Circulation

My Account

Enter your library card number and PIN (the last four digits of your phone number or a four-digit number you chose when signing up for your card) or your EZ login to access your account online.

View

  • List of items currently checked out
  • Request items
  • Place, freeze, or cancel holds
  • Pay fines and fees

Access My Account

Loan Periods

  • 4 Hours …. Laptops (In-House Use Only)

  • 3 Days …. Blockbuster DVDs

  • 7 Days …. Games/Board Games, CDs

  • 14 Days …. DVDs. New Fiction/Non-Fiction, Hotspots

  • 28 Days …. Fiction/Non-fiction, Books on CD

  • eMaterials …. Specific providers, item limitations, and loan periods vary depending on current subscriptions.

Library Services

Accessibility

Muncie Public Library strives to provide services, collections, and spaces to everyone in a welcoming, accessible environment. To request reasonable accommodations to participate in a program, fill out a Disability Accomodation Request form at least one week in advance.

Ask for Recommendations

Are you in search of your next book or movie? Fill out an Ask for Recommendations form and let us suggest some for you!

Blockbuster Collection

It's a movie lover's lucky day when you check our Blockbuster shelves. This special collection of new releases turns over quickly with three-day loans, no holds, and no renewals.