In order to achieve the library's goal, the general objectives of the Duplin County Library shall be as follows:

A. To assemble, preserve and make accessible, in organized collections, books and related educational and recreational materials in order, through guidance and stimulation in the communication of ideas, to enlighten citizens and enrich their personal lives.

B. To serve the community and county as a center of reliable information.

C. To provide local government officials with information and to perform research as needed.

D. To serve as a center for local history and the preservation of local archives in all forms.

E. To provide a place where inquiring minds may find opposing views on controversial subjects. The library does not promote any particular belief or view, but it should provide a resource where the individual can freely examine both sides on controversial issues or ideas and make his or her own decisions.

F. To support educational, civic and cultural activities of groups and organizations.

G. To provide opportunity and encouragement for children, young people, men and women to educate themselves continually.

H. To seek continually to identify community needs, to provide programs of service to meet such needs, and to cooperate with other organizations, agencies and institutions, which can provide programs or services to meet community, needs.

I. To provide opportunity for recreation and cultural entertainment through the use of literature, music, films and other art forms.