This form is currently closed. Check back May 2026 for updates 😎
In the meantime...you can make a digitization appointment with the DIY Memory Lab, located in the Octavia Lab on LL2 at the Los Angeles Central Library.
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Welcome! Please fill out the following form to sign up for the Community: DIY Scanning Stations, available at the following branches:
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library
Tuesday: 10am-1pm, Thursday: 10am-2pm, Sunday: 12pm-4pm
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library
Tuesday: 10am-12pm, Thursday: 10am-12pm, Friday: 9:30am-12:30pm
Make sure you select you have selected desired location before submitting the form.
You can reserve a station for 1 hour or 2 hours. We ask that you reserve your time slot at least two days in advance so we can prepare for your reservation.
To use the scanner and its accessories, please read through the policies carefully. You will be asked to sign a user agreement before your first appointment. CommUnity Equipment Policies and User Agreement Form are linked below for your convenience. Please bring a signed copy of the User Agreement Form with you to your appointment or ask for a printed copy to sign.
Patrons must have a library card in good standing to use CommUnity equipment--verify your accunt status in MyAccount. Reservations on delinquient accounts may be postponed or cancelled.
Equipment:
- Epson Expression 13000XL archival scanner with Transparency Unit
- Transparency Guide + holders (35mm slides, Medium Format Film, 35mm film, 4x5 negatives)
- Cleaning accessories
- Nitrile latex-free gloves
- USB multi-functional adapter
Note: If you are scanning negatives or slides, we recommend reserving a two-hour session. Higher resolution images take longer to scan and transfer.
CommUnity Equipment Policies
User Agreement Form
Don't forget! Bring an external hard drive to save your scans. The Library is not responsible for any lost files. Anything saved to the designated laptop will be deleted automatically when it is re-booted after your session.
Questions? Email us at community@lapl.org
CommUnity is an ongoing public archiving iniative funded by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation through a Public Knowledge Grant in partnership with the Library Foundation of Los Angeles and Los Angeles Public Library.