Temporary Closure: The Schooner Cove area at the Havre de Grace Library will be closed on Friday, May 9, for a refresh. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
Holiday Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will be closed Monday, February 16, in observance of Presidents Day.
Holiday Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will be closed Friday, April 3, in observance of Good Friday.
Holiday Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will be closed Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.
Holiday Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will be closed Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.
Holiday Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will be closed Saturday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.
Holiday Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will be closed
Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.
Library Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will be closed
Monday, October 13, for Staff In-Service Day.
Library Closure: Abingdon Library will be closed
Friday, October 31 to Sunday, November 2 for a Private Event,
and will open late at 2 PM on Monday, November 3.
Regular Drive Thru hours are in effect only on October 31 and November 3,
while Drive Thru hours are 9 AM to 3:30 PM on November 1.
Holiday Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will be closed
Tuesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day.
Early Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will close early at 5 PM
Wednesday, November 26.
Holiday Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will be closed
Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28 in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday.
Holiday Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will be closed from
Wednesday, December 24 through Saturday, December 27 in observance of the Christmas holiday.
Holiday Closure: All Harford County Public Library locations will be closed
Monday, January 19, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Notice: The Abingdon Library will not be open to the public until 2 PM on March 3rd.
Notice: Schooner Cove at the Havre de Grace Library will be closed on Thursday, March 19th.
Notice: March 16th: All HCPL locations will close early today at 1:30pm due to inclement weather. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Modified Hours Notice: Monday, February 23rd: All Harford County Public Library locations will open at 1:00 PM and close at 5:00 PM due to inclement weather.

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Accessibility Statement

Last updated: April 7, 2026.

If you encounter an accessibility barrier, please use our Accessibility Inquiry form.


Commitment to Accessibility

Harford County Public Library (HCPL) is committed to ensuring that our website and digital services are accessible to all users, including individuals with disabilities. We strive to provide an inclusive online experience that allows all members of our community to access information, resources, and services independently and with dignity.

Accessibility Standards

We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, which provide internationally recognized standards for digital accessibility.

Scope of This Statement

This accessibility statement applies to:

It may also apply, where feasible, to:

We use automated tools to regularly review our website for accessibility issues, along with manual review, and address issues as they are identified or reported by users.

Current Limitations

While many areas of our website meet accessibility standards, some content and features may not yet fully meet all aspects of WCAG 2.1 Level AA.

Accessible Documents and Legacy Content

Some of our documents may not fully meet accessibility standards. These materials are often provided in formats originally designed for print distribution. If you encounter a document you need that is not accessible, please contact us using the information below. We will make reasonable efforts to provide access to the information contained in the document in an alternative format in a timely manner. The time required to provide alternative access may vary depending on the complexity of the request.

Archival Content

Some content on our website may be considered archival. This includes older materials that are retained for historical, research, or recordkeeping purposes and are not actively updated or required for current services. In accordance with applicable accessibility guidance, certain archival content may not fully meet current accessibility standards.

Examples of archival content may include:

If you need access to information contained in archival content, please contact us. We will make reasonable efforts to provide the information in an accessible format.

Third Party Content

Some services on our website are provided by third party vendors, such as catalog systems, databases, or external platforms. While we encourage our vendors to meet accessibility standards, we do not control the accessibility of these systems. We consider accessibility when evaluating third party tools and provide feedback to vendors to encourage improvements where possible. If you experience difficulty accessing third party content, please contact us. We will make reasonable efforts to assist you or provide alternative access where possible.

Reporting Accessibility Issues

If you encounter an accessibility barrier while using our website or digital services, we encourage you to Report an Accessibility Issue

When reporting an issue, it is helpful to include:

If you are unable to access content or services on our website, we are committed to providing assistance.
Please contact us:

Email: accessibility@hcplonline.org

Mailing Address:
Harford County Public Library
Attn: Web Services
1221-A Brass Mill Rd
Belcamp, MD 21017

We will make reasonable efforts to provide access to the information or service you need in a timely manner. The time required to provide alternative access may vary depending on the complexity of the request.

Compatibility

Our website is designed to work with commonly used assistive technologies and modern web browsers, including:

For the best experience, we recommend using the latest version of your browser and assistive technology.

Feedback

We welcome feedback from all users and are committed to improving accessibility for our community. Your input helps us identify barriers and improve the experience for everyone.