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The Army MWR Library is the Center of the Community 

The Army MWR Library offers access to books, movies, games, online learning tools, and fun events for Soldiers, Families, and DoW Civilians.  Whether you need to study, relax with a book, or join a community program, your library is here to help.

With locations worldwide and an extensive online collection, Army MWR Library makes it easy imagine possibilities, discover something new and stay connected – anytime, anywhere.

Soldier reading to children and parents
 

Why Use the Library? 

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Explore Thousands of Books and Other Media

Check out books, audiobooks, movies, magazines, video games, and more.

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Learn Anytime, Anywhere

Use online resources for education, career development, and military training.

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Participate in Engaging Programming

Attend book clubs, game nights, and children’s activities.

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Use Internet and Computers

Get access to Wi-Fi, printing, scanning, and research tools.


Who Can Use the Library?

  • Active-duty military (Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Navy, and Coast Guard)
  • Members of the Reserve components and National Guard
  • Retired military, including retired from the Reserves and National Guard
  • Medal of Honor recipients and veterans with 100% service-connected disabilities
  • Eligible Family members who are officially sponsored by authorized patrons in the above categories
  • DoW and Coast Guard Civilians, including appropriated and nonappropriated fund employees, when stationed outside the United States; stateside eligibility is contingent upon resource availability

How to Get a Library Card? 

  • Visit your local MWR Library with your DoW ID
  • Register for an account at the front desk
  • Once registered, you can check out materials
  • Use your account at any DoW MWR Library worldwide!

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