Aspen Discovery is the product name of our patron catalog. Every library has a customized instance of the catalog to match your library’s unique “brand.”

Who can be an Aspen Administrator?

To sign up to be your library’s Aspen Administrator, have your Director, Supervisor, or your library’s existing Aspen Administrator(s) submit a help desk ticket. An Admin profile will be set up for you, and with some training – you’ll be ready to go!

What does an Aspen Administrator do?

  • Customize your catalog to match your library’s branding.​
  • Create Browse Categories.​
  • Add Menu links.​
  • Update Library Hours.​
  • Add Holiday Closures.​
  • View Dashboards.​​
  • Embed Collection Spotlights​ into your website.​
  • Create Placards to promote events and services!​​
  • Use System Messages to communicate with patrons.​
  • Or don’t! It’s up to you!

Aspen Admin Quick Links

 

Recordings

Aspen Administrators Overview (2/13/2025)

(Jump to 3:49)

Using the Patron Catalog (7/12/2024)

(Jump to 1:29)

 

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