The Eglin Base Library collection consists of some 55,000 items, including books for all ages, large print books, audio materials on cassette and CD and VHS and DVDs. Adult and children's materials are available in all formats. Over 100 different magazines and newspapers are available in the library; many other full-text resources are provided through online subscriptions and databases. The Library supports off-duty educational institutions that offer over 100 degree programs as well as Professional Military Education courses like Air War College, Senior NCO Academy and the Airman Leadership School.

Online practice tests are available for the computer-based ASVAB, CLEP, AFOQT, ACT and SAT. Students may access these tests and other career-enhancement services from the Library computers or remotely. Many other library resources are also provided through the Library's Web site, including access to the Library catalog and cardholder's account, links to quality reference sites and a library events calendar. The Library's web site is located at www.youseemore.com/eglin.

Leisure time activities are supported by a wide variety of titles in such areas as bestsellers, arts and crafts, sports and fitness, travel, interior decorating, automotive, computers and gardening.

Children's programs include a weekly preschool story time, summer reading and special presentations. Adult programs include the annual Battle of the Brains, author visits and contests.

The Library is located on Eglin Boulevard at Fourth Street.