Do you have boxes of old photographs in storage? Home movies on VHS or film? Mixed tapes on cassette or favorite vinyl records? Have you ever wanted to convert them to a digital format that you can easily store in the Cloud or share online with family?
# Preserve your priceless memories and mementos
Jacksonville Public Library’s Memory Lab is available to library card holders for self-directed use (don’t worry, we’ll help), during regular library hours, in Special Collections on the fourth floor of the Main Library. If you do not have a library card, it takes just two minutes to sign up for FREE online or in-person. Note: Guest passes and non-resident cards are also available for a fee.
With these easy-to-use digitization stations, you can scan, edit, and restore old photos, slides, film, and documents. You can also convert old VHS tapes, audio cassette tapes, and vinyl records.
Reserve ahead of time:
While walk-ins are welcome, if you want to make sure a station is available for you when you arrive or have questions about what to bring, please call us at (904) 255-BOOK to schedule your appointment or for more information. Appointments are strongly recommended if you plan to visit on a Saturday.
Note: 16mm, 8mm, and Super8 film transfer service and reel-to-reel audio deck are available by appointment only (staff assistance is required).
The Memory Lab was funded under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Florida’s LSTA program is administered by the Department of State’s Division of Library and Information Services.
Book a one-on-one appointment with a Special Collections Librarian at Main Library for services like genealogy research, map tours, and digitizing analog film. These services require the assistance of the friendly and knowledgeable staff in the Special Collections department at the Main Library. Please fill out the form below and a staff person will be in touch soon!
