The Ludington Library, a branch of the Lower Merion Library System, serves the Bryn Mawr community in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Established in 1916, it is the largest branch within the system, housing a collection of 152,000 volumes and circulating approximately 284,000 items annually, which include not only books but also items like board games and cake pans. The library offers a range of services to its 13,400 active patrons, including public computers, internet access, and various programs such as storytime and book clubs. Its mission, as part of the broader Lower Merion Library System, is to provide access to and promote a wide variety of books, audio-visual materials, and electronic resources that cater to the diverse needs and interests of the population, thereby supporting the informational, educational, recreational, and cultural needs of individuals of all ages. The library also participates in community initiatives, such as collecting items for ElderNet's Food Pantry. It is a key part of the Montgomery County Library and Information Network Consortium (MCLINC), allowing cardholders to borrow materials from other member libraries.
