Library resources are available in multiple languages, large print, audio, video, and electronic formats.

[2] In 1903, the Free Public Library of Colorado Springs was established to hold its growing collection.

[5] In 1962, a regional library district was approved, prompting the building of additional branch locations throughout the county in subsequent years.

In 2006, PPLD started eBranch (now called the eLibrary), enabling patrons to download eBooks and audio materials to their electronic devices.

Also in 2024, Old Colorado City Library celebrated its 120th anniversary of serving patrons on the West Side.