San Francisco 49ers Library Card
Celebrate the spirit of community and curiosity with our free 49ers library card—the first of its kind. Whether you're a sports fan, a book lover, or both—this card is your game changer.
With a San José Public Library card in your lineup, you're set to make the ultimate play for thrilling reads, prime spots in our reservable spaces, and so much more!
Get the 49ers Library Card
Apply for a free SJPL library card and choose the San Francisco 49ers design.
Already have a card? You can replace it with this design at no cost.
Did you know?
49ers legends Jerry Rice and Steve Young teamed up with the San José Public Library to highlight the power of reading, learning, and community.
With support from the Forever Young Foundation, they encouraged fans to explore the library’s resources, programs, and tools as the “ultimate playbook for life.”
Suggested Reads
Featured 49ers Reads
Online Resources
eResources
San Jose Mercury News Archive: 1985-Present
San Jose Mercury News Historical Archive: 1900-1985
San Jose Mercury News Archive: 1985-Present
San Jose Mercury News Historical Archive: 1900-1985
Chavarius Ward's Reading List
Chavarius Ward's Reading List
Relive the Past
Game Day Memories
SJPL brought library spirit to Levi’s Stadium to celebrate the launch of the new 49ers Library Card. Fans signed up for cards, explored hands-on STEAM activities aboard the Maker[Space]Ship, and joined us for a memorable day of football, learning, and community.
From the Sidelines
Bay Area sports columnist and author Mark Purdy visited the library to share stories from his years covering the San Francisco 49ers and discuss his book, San Francisco 49ers: An Illustrated Timeline. Guests also enjoyed memorabilia, trivia, prizes, and a memorable look back at 49ers history.
Replay the Highlights
Highlights from the San Francisco 49ers Library Card launch with special guests 49ers alum Ian Williams and Sourdough Sam.
Watch the the 49ers Library Card Highlight video on YouTube.