Our mission is to serve, support and promote the services, programs, and functions of The Gulf Gate Library, part of the Sarasota County Public Library System.

Gulf Gate Library opened in November 1973, in a small storefront on Gateway Avenue and later moved to 2264 Gulf Gate Drive. A donor gave the property on the corner of Gulf Gate Drive and Curtiss Avenue where a new library opened on December 3, 1983.

Gulf Gate Library plays a very important role in the community. Over the years, our library has changed as it strives to meet the needs of a changing society.

While offering new fiction in traditional form, Gulf Gate Library now offers music CDs, DVDs, audio books, and free downloading of e-books to patrons. Free computer classes are offered and free access to the internet makes it possible for our patrons to apply for essential government services.

Gulf Gate Library has become the hub of the community, offering both educational and entertaining programs for adults and children. It is a cultural center, where patrons meet for various clubs and for lectures on art, health, science, travel, and music. Gulf Gate Library is a life-long learning facility.