The George J. Captain Library is dedicated to providing access to a wide variety of resources to Eastern Shawnee citizens and the public. Our library offers a variety of books, magazines, newspapers, and multimedia materials that are suitable to the interests of all ages. We also offer a wide selection of Native American resources, including books, periodicals, and audio-visual materials. Additionally, our library provides access to several online research databases, offering our patrons access to a wealth of information.
The library strives to be the central access-to-information center for Tribal members and the community. Our catalog of books and materials is available online; please feel free to browse our selections.
Patrons of the George J. Captain Library must have a library card to use library services. Cards may be obtained either by submitting the by stopping by the library. Users may browse the library's website, check out with a valid library card, and download to PC, Mac®, and many mobile devices. Users will need to install free software. For audiobooks, music, and video: OverDrive® Media Console™. To read eBooks, users will need Adobe® Digital Editions. Titles can be enjoyed immediately or transferred to a variety of devices, including iPod®, Sony® Reader™, and many others. Some audio titles can also be burned to CD to listen on-the-go. Titles will automatically expire at the end of the lending period. There are no late fees!
This new service, powered by OverDrive, is free for patrons with their library card. To get started downloading audiobooks, eBooks, and more, visit the George J. Captain Library If you don't have a library card, you may sign up for a card. OverDrive is a leading full-service digital distributor of eBooks, audiobooks, music, and video. They deliver secure management, DRM protection, and download fulfillment services for hundreds of publishers and thousands of libraries, schools, and retailers serving millions of end users.
Many visitors come by and find pictures of their ancestors.
We love helping visitors in the process and always try to get a photograph with you and your ancestors portrait or photograph.
The library has all the tools to help you with any search, so make use of the books, computer lab w/internet & all of our great displays!