Accessibility

The Howard County Library System is committed to providing everyone with materials, resources, and services. our collection includes large print books, audiobooks, captioned DVDs, and American Sign Language videos. We also provide sign language interpreters for our classes and events.

Materials Available

Call or visit your  local branches to access these materials

Specialized Assistance

  • Signing Interpreters: Interpreters are available upon request for any HCLS class or event. Please make arrangements at least one week prior.
  • TTY Research Assistance Service: Call local branches with research needs and material requests.

Make a suggestion

The Howard County Library System is committed to providing everyone with materials, resources, and services. If you have suggestions on improving accessibility, please Contact Us with your thoughts. All constructive feedback is welcome and considered.

Accessibility Resources

Use Assistive Technology

At Our Branches

Our customer service specialists are available to assist customers using public access computers, printers, scanners, and more.

Technology

Enable Large Text

In Our Catalog

The Howard County Library System catalog may be viewed in a large text format by clicking on the Increase Text Size link at the top of the page. This displays the catalog as well as account information through the large text format.

Large Text Catalog

Language Translation

For Our Website

Our web site can also be translated into various languages by clicking on the Select Language button in our navigation bar which utilizes the Google Translate service to translate text on the site.

Maryland Deaf Culture Digital Library

Discover more resources

Maryland Deaf Culture Digital Library is dedicated to providing leadership and guidance by making eBooks, videos, and resources accessible.

Visit DCDL

Maryland State Library for the Blind & Print Disabled

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​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The mission of the Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled (LBPD) is to provide comprehensive library services to the eligible blind and print disabled residents of the State of Maryland. Our vision is to provide innovative and quality services to meet the needs and expectations of our patrons.

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