If there’s a particular book you want to borrow, or you need to access a computer, a library will have what you need. If this post, we’ve featured 10 top public libraries in Utah.
1. Main Library (Salt Lake City Public Library)
The Main Library of the Salt Lake City Public Library System has five floors that offer a number of services for people of all ages. There is also a Public Plaza attached to the library, which has a garden and a community space.
The library contains a Children’s Library, Conference rooms, Computer and Technical Services, and an Urban Room. The library helps people create virtual meeting spaces by setting up video conference services and provides some technical assistance. There are 24 hour library resources on the library’s website. People can look through a virtual calendar to stay updated on programs and events. Kids and teens also have many services provided to them by the library.
Reach out to the library for more information.
2. Logan Library
The Logan Library serves the Logan community in Utah. The city’s first public library opened in 1916 and was initiated by George Thomas, W.R. Owen, and H.E. Hatch, who went before the local government and petitioned the city to open a library.
The Logan Library has an online catalog, which shows books, movies, and music available at the library. Librarians and other workers offer research tool information for people who are furthering their education or for people who are curious about local history. There are public computers and Chromebooks available for patrons, as well as access to free Wi-Fi. There are also creative resources available for patrons who want to explore art activities. The library also has book club starter resources for community members who want to begin their own reading groups.
Contact the library for more information.
3. Orem Public Library
The Orem Public Library is the only public library in Orem, Utah. The library has a robust and thriving literary community, mostly due to their Friends of the Library funding program.
The library highlights its Makerspace, which has many creative tools for people wanting to attempt Do It Yourself arts and craft activities. There is a reservation requirement to use the space. There are computers and Wi-Fi available for patrons to use. People can look at the library’s virtual calendar to stay informed about public events and programs.
Learn more about the library and how to contact them on their website.
4. Beaver Public Library
Beaver, Utah opened its first public library in the 1860s. The current library opened in 1918 and has been operating at the same location since then.
The library is open every day except on Sunday and holidays. The library offers an online catalog, as well as the opportunity to hold and reserve books virtually. The library offers all of its program dates via its Facebook page, which can be found on their homepage. There are a number of databases the patrons can have access to, which are especially helpful for researchers and historians.
Reach out to the library if you want to know more.
5. Springville Public Library
The Springville Public Library is located in central Springville, Utah. The library’s website states the local community has a thriving arts scene. For six years in a row, the library was awarded “Best of State” library. The library opened in 1922.
Patrons can take their literary skills and resources outside of the library by using the library’s Book Club starter kits. The library also offers access to virtual creative classes. There is free access to Wi-Fi and many computers. The library has many room rentals available for organizations and the public to reserve. The library has a virtual calendar for patrons to look through, which is available at the bottom of their homepage. There are also learning tools available that feature language help and business references.
Learn more by contacting the library’s staff.
6. Murray City Library
The Murray City Library is the main library for Murray City, Utah. In addition to traditional library services, the library also produces YouTube videos featuring educational and enriching activities.
The library’s materials are listed online through a virtual catalog for patrons to look through. There are also many databases the library offers patrons, which features resources related to fields such as Chemistry. The library calendar has an online calendar with information about their public programs. The library’s website lists information on how to reserve rooms. There is also public Wi-Fi and access to computers and computer programs for patrons.
The library lists its contact information at the bottom of their website.
7. Milford Public Library
The Milford Public Library is open Monday-Friday and is closed on the weekends.
The library has many technological services. The library has community computers, free Wi-Fi, as well as copying services available at a price. There are Storytimes available for kids weekly. There is also an adult book group that meets monthly. There is also a virtual state library that Milford Public Library patrons have access to. The library also requests help from the public, often making these notes on a “Wish List” page.
Contact the library for more information.
8. Pleasant Grove Library
The Pleasant Grove Library has been a great educational resource for the community. There is a Literacy Center which is an extension of the library. Volunteers at the Center give academic help and mentorship to students in the area.
The library’s catalog is available virtually, so patrons can see what materials are available virtually. There are many educational programs available for kids, including a Battle of the Books event. There are also teen events. There are online resources for people to look through and use. The Pleasant Grove Library also provides virtual borrowing services.
Learn more by contacting the library.
9. Moab Branch (Grand County Public Library)
The Moab Branch is located in Grand County, Utah.
People can search through a collection of digital materials by perusing through an online catalog. There is Wi-Fi and computers available for the public to use. Copying, printing, and scanning services are available at a cost. There are even more services available at their 24-hour digital library. The library events are listed on their website’s virtual calendar. People can also request meeting rooms for programs and events.
The library’s contact information is listed on the right-hand side of their website.
10. Nephi Public Library
The Nephi Public Library is located in Nephi City, Utah. It opened to the public in 1919 and has provided many services over the years. It moved to its current location in 1980.
There are many Book Clubs in Nephi City, which patrons can learn more about on their webpage. There are many children’s programs at the library, which helps their literary development. Teen and Tween services are also hosted by the library. People can take advantage of many computer services, which include Wi-Fi and even the possibility of checking out hotspots.
Contact the library for more information.