Microfilm Readers

Microfilm machines

The library has many Rochester newspapers on microfilm from 1858 to recent times. Our digital microfilm reader/printers are located on the 2nd floor of the library, near the internet computers. They are available whenever the library is open.

Digital Microfilm Scanners

  • 2 machines available to view/scan/print
  • Create digital copies (PDF, TIFF, JPG) and save to your flash drive
  • Print black/white copies for &.10/page

Searching Newspapers Online

  • You can search the archival Rochester newspapers online (in-library only) using Newspapers.com on any of our library computers or by bringing your own device connecting to our free wifi in the building.

Contact Us

Rochester Public Library

101 2nd Street SE
Rochester, MN 55904

Phone: 507-328-2300

Open Hours

Monday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Tuesday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Wednesday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Thursday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Sunday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.