Dermott O'Toole Memorial Library
🏢 City of Tenakee Springs · Tenakee Springs, Alaska
Dermott O'Toole Memorial Library
Perched above the community center on a road-less island city accessible only by floatplane and Alaska Marine Highway ferry, the Dermott O'Toole Memorial Library is the sole public library serving Tenakee Springs — a quiet, tight-knit community of roughly 116 residents on northern Chichagof Island.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11am–3pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 1pm–3pm |
| Friday | 1pm–3pm |
| Saturday | 1pm–3pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 707 WEST TENAKEE AVENUE, TENAKEE SPRINGS, AK 99841
Phone: 907-736-2248
Website: tenakeelibrary.org
Plus Code: 9496QQM8+H3 (TENAKEE SPRINGS, AK)
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📖 About Dermott O'Toole Memorial Library
The Dermott O'Toole Memorial Library serves the small city of Tenakee Springs, situated on the northern shore of Tenakee Inlet on Chichagof Island in the Hoonah-Angoon Census Area of Southeast Alaska. With no road connection to the outside world, Tenakee Springs is reachable only by floatplane from the Tenakee Seaplane Base or by Alaska Marine Highway ferry, giving the community a distinctly self-contained character. The library, located above the community center on a westward trail from the town center, is named in memory of a community member and carries a mission to 'provide quality materials and services which fulfill the educational, informational, cultural, and recreational needs of the entire community in an atmosphere that is welcoming and respectful.' The library maintains free 24/7 Wi-Fi (password: tkelib12), a physical collection of books, DVDs, and audio materials, and participates in the Library Speakers Consortium for author talk programming. Residents can also request specific items by contacting the librarian directly at domltke@gmail.com.
⭐ What makes this library special
- The only public library on Chichagof Island in Tenakee Springs, a road-less city of about 116 residents
- Wi-Fi available 24/7 — password tkelib12 — even outside staffed hours
- Named in memory of a local community member; operated with deep community commitment
- Participates in the Library Speakers Consortium for author talk programming
- Access to Alaska Digital Library / SLED statewide databases and Libby eBooks with a library card
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Tenakee Springs cardholders can access digital books, audiobooks, and research databases through Alaska's statewide programs:
📚 Services
- Free public library card
- Physical collection: books, DVDs, and audio materials
- Free Wi-Fi available 24/7 (password: tkelib12)
- Interlibrary loan via the Library Speakers Consortium partnership
- Collection requests by phone (907-736-2248) or email (domltke@gmail.com)
- Access to Alaska Digital Library eBooks and SLED statewide databases
🎸 Programs
- Library Speakers Consortium author talks
- Adult programming (community-driven, input welcomed)
- Educational and cultural events
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get to Tenakee Springs and the library?
Tenakee Springs has no road connection. The city is accessible by floatplane via the Tenakee Seaplane Base or by Alaska Marine Highway ferry service. Within town, the Dermott O'Toole Memorial Library is located above the community center, reached by heading west along the trail from the town center.
Does the library have Wi-Fi when it is closed?
Yes — the library provides free Wi-Fi 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, even outside staffed hours. The current Wi-Fi password is tkelib12. This is especially valuable in a remote island community where broadband access is limited.
How can I request specific books or materials at the Dermott O'Toole Memorial Library?
You can request items by contacting the librarian directly at 907-736-2248 or by email at domltke@gmail.com. The library also participates in interlibrary loan arrangements through the Library Speakers Consortium, allowing access to materials beyond the local physical collection.
Who was Dermott O'Toole, and why is the library named after him?
The library is named in memory of Dermott O'Toole, a community member of Tenakee Springs. Beyond the memorial naming, detailed biographical records about O'Toole are not publicly documented on the library's current website. If you have information about the library's namesake, the library welcomes community contributions and corrections.
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✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in September 2026.