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Minnesota Resource Libraries

The Minnesota Resource Libraries (MNRL) provide statewide access to educational resources, assessments, assistive technology, and professional materials that support children and youth who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Blind, Visually Impaired, or DeafBlind. Our goal is to help families, educators, and service providers access the tools they need to support student success.

MN Resource Libraries Online Catalog

Patron Policy — Who is Eligible for Services?

Available to Minnesota Residents

  • Books
  • DVDs

Available to Licensed Minnesota Educators & Related Service Providers

  • Assessments
  • Curriculum Materials
  • Assistive Technology
  • Braillers
  • Mini Light Boxes
  • Calculators

Eligible Related Service Providers

  • Audiologists
  • Speech-Language Pathologists
  • Educational Interpreters
  • Interveners
  • Transliterators
  • Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialists (COMS)
  • Transcribers

Create a Free Library Account

To request an account, please provide:

  • Your occupation
  • School district or organization
  • Contact information

Licensed educators will be verified through the Minnesota Department of Education licensure database.

Students enrolled in DHH, BVI, or Orientation & Mobility preparation programs should provide their institution and program information.

Applying for a Library Account

To sign up for a free library account, please contact:

Matthew Kevan
MN Resource Libraries Director
mn.resource.libraries@msa.state.mn.us
 VP: 507-412-8904
 Voice: 507-384-6790

Once your account is set up, you will receive a confirmation email with your username and password to complete online ordering.

Circulation Loan Policy

Item Loan Period          Eligible Patrons
Books 4 weeks Public
DVDs 4 weeks Public
Assessments 6–9 weeks Certified/Licensed TBVI, COMS, DHH     
Braillers / Mini Light Boxes / Calculators         On Demand Certified/Licensed TBVI
Assistive Technology Equipment 6–9 weeks Certified/Licensed TBVI

Online Ordering Process

To place orders online:

  1. Click “Login” on the MN Resource Libraries website.

  2. Enter your username using lowercase letters: your first initial + last name (e.g., John Smith = jsmith).

  3. Once your account has been created, you will receive login instructions via email.

  4. Once logged in, you may change your password to something more secure.

Return Policy

  • All items except braillers, mini light boxes, and calculators must be returned by the due date to MNRL.

  • Braillers, mini light boxes, and calculators may be kept as long as the student requires them while living in Minnesota, up to age 21. They must be returned if no longer needed.

Repair Instructions:
If an MNRL brailler needs repair, send it to:

Minnesota State Academy for the Blind
Brailler Repair
400 SE 6th Avenue
Faribault, MN 55021

Please inform MNRL that the brailler is no longer in your possession.

If a mini light box no longer works and recharging overnight does not fix it, you may discard it but must notify MNRL.

Questions?

Please contact MN Resource Libraries Director, Matthew Kevan:
 mn.resource.libraries@msa.state.mn.us
 VP/Voice: 507-412-8904