One card, thousands of benefits: it almost seems too good to be true! When signing up for a King Country library card not only do you gain immediate access to a multitude of free resources, benefits, and experiences, but you do it all while supporting local communities. 

The process is simple: if you’re a resident of King County, you automatically qualify for an all-access library card. Just fill out the information requested on the application and wait patiently for it to arrive!

College Student Benefits 

Being a College student automatically provides you with benefits. Using your student ID, you gain unlimited access to all online resources within the King County Library system. Having trouble finding sources for a research project? Browse through databases filled with historical articles, national newspapers, books, and so much more. 

With a library card, you additionally have access to free tutoring through Brainfuse. You get the opportunity to attend live online tutoring sessions, and can unlock even more resources when using both a library card and a Brainfuse account. 

Brainfuse provides help in most subjects from kindergarten through college, as well as ACT/SAT/AP test preparation courses, ASVAB practice quizzes, FAFSA and WAFSA assistance, job application and interview preparation, unlimited live tutoring sessions, essay review, video lessons, and U.S. citizenship test preparation.

These are valuable resources that benefit not just active students, but any community member seeking knowledge and assistance. 

Passes to Local Attractions

While accessing online tools is important for education, so is hands-on learning. Did you know that you can visit the Seattle Aquarium for free? What about the Woodland Park Zoo or Northwest Railway Museum? You can experience all these places and more without even reaching for your wallet. 

Museum passes are high in demand – and we can see why! You can visit some of the most popular Seattle attractions by reserving passes in advance through the King County Library system. MOPOP, Museum of Flight, Seattle Aquarium, and Rhododendron Botanical Garden are just a few destinations that offer this benefit to the residents of King County. 

With a Washington State Discover Pass, you gain access to over 100 state parks, 30 wildlife areas, and nearly 2,000 miles of designated recreational trails. Through the library system, you can borrow a pass and visit wildlife all throughout Washington State. Each pass checks out for 14 days, but there is limited supply; we recommend planning ahead and placing a hold far in advance. Summertime camping trip anyone? 

Immigration Resources

King County Library also contains a multitude of support and resources for immigrants, refugees, and new community members. You can reach out to welcoming ambassadors over email or in person, and they will aid with finding information and services that fit your needs. 

Ambassadors help with many aspects of life including food/clothes/shelter resources, education, employment, healthcare, legal matters, and social or religious connections. There are additionally many online resources for those who primarily speak a language other than English, including free interpreter services, reading materials in a variety of languages, and language-specific social events.

Additional trustworthy resources are linked within the King County Library system. Preparation for the U.S. Citizenship Test, English language-learning, and free consultations with an immigration lawyer are just a few of the accessible services included. 

From young children to adults, King County Library curates experiences for all age groups and interests. From social book clubs, to exploring millions of online resources, to starting your own small business, unlimited knowledge is at your fingertips. Whatever your goals, hobbies, and ambitions may be, King County Library is determined to provide low-cost opportunities and experiences for every person within the community.