History
The Bell Library was established in 1913 as the 29th branch of the County of
Los Angeles Public Library System. After having been relocated several times,
the library was built at the present location in 1960. Due to the rapid
growth of the community, the building was expanded in 1973. It is presently
serving one of the most culturally diverse communities in Los Angeles County.
Collection
The current collection includes over 60,250 books, 3,251 audio
recordings, 2,414 video recordings and 39 magazine and newspaper
subscriptions. The library also has pamphlets, college catalogs
and telephone directories.
Friends of the Bell Library provides
a VHS/DVD rental collection.
Services
Services include reference, adult and children's programs, class visits
to the library, and library visits to schools. The public has access to
the entire collection of the County Library System through the online
catalog which also includes access to online reference databases. There
are also public access Internet computers available in adult and
children's areas.
Facilities
The library, with an area of 4,868 square feet, has an adult and a children's
area. A photocopy machine and a coin-operated typewriter are available to
the general public.
Political Representatives
Local Links
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Bell High School
URL: http://www.bell.k12.ca.us/
Information about Bell High School; includes information on faculty/staff, departments and alumni.
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