Bridges Library System is a state funded library system in southeastern Wisconsin. Founded in 1981 as the Waukesha County Federated Library System, it transitioned to a two-county system on January 1, 2016 when Jefferson County joined and the name was changed to Bridges Library System. The library system provides services to its 24 member libraries. Our mission: The Bridges Library System strengthens member libraries by fostering collaboration and innovation.
We provide a variety of services to our libraries as we seek opportunities to maximize resources, leverage our buying power, and share costs. You can learn more about us by watching a video produced by Milwaukee Public Television. Interested in sharing info about us with your library board? Your county board? Your city council members or state legislators? Download a handout here.