Andalusia Public Library
🏢 Covington County · Andalusia, Alabama
Andalusia Public Library
The Andalusia Public Library serves Covington County's historic county seat — a city possibly named by Spanish explorers before it became Alabama's — offering books, digital resources, and the separate Charles Dixon Memorial Room community facility on Three Notch Street.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 212 SOUTH THREE NOTCH STREET, ANDALUSIA, AL 36420
Phone: +1 334-222-6612
Website: www2.youseemore.com
Plus Code: 863M8G48+JQ (ANDALUSIA, AL)
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📖 About Andalusia Public Library
Andalusia, the county seat of Covington County, traces its origins to 1841 when early settlers relocated to higher ground after Conecuh River flooding. The city's name may derive from Spanish explorers familiar with Andalucia — the region of Spain — from the time when this land was part of Spanish Florida before Pinckney's Treaty in 1795. Two railroad lines arrived in 1899, spurring growth that made Andalusia a regional center. The Andalusia Public Library at 212 South Three Notch Street has long served as the community's information hub, with wheelchair accessible entrances and parking. The library also maintains the Charles Dixon Memorial Room, a separate community center space at 117 Dunson Street. Covington County residents receive a free library card and access to the statewide Alabama Virtual Library network of eBooks and databases.
⭐ What makes this library special
- County seat library for Covington County, one of southern Alabama's largest counties
- Open Saturday mornings for working residents (9 am–noon)
- Charles Dixon Memorial Room community facility at 117 Dunson Street
- Rated 4.4 stars on Google with 25 reviews — praised for friendly staff
- Wheelchair accessible entrance and parking
- Access to Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) statewide digital resources
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Your free Andalusia library card unlocks statewide digital resources through the Alabama Virtual Library:
📚 Services
- Book lending and interlibrary loan
- Public computers and free Wi-Fi
- Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) digital access
- Charles Dixon Memorial Room (community events, 117 Dunson St)
- Genealogy and local history research
- Wheelchair accessible entrance and parking
🎸 Programs
- Youth and children's reading programs
- Adult learning and literacy resources
- Community events in the Charles Dixon Memorial Room
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How did Andalusia get its name?
The origin of Andalusia's name is believed to trace to Spanish explorers or settlers who were familiar with Andalucia, the southern region of Spain. This land was part of Spanish Florida until Pinckney's Treaty of 1795 transferred it to the United States, and the Spanish cultural imprint on place names persisted.
What is the Charles Dixon Memorial Room?
The Charles Dixon Memorial Room is a separate community center facility associated with the Andalusia Public Library, located at 117 Dunson Street in Andalusia. It serves as a community gathering and event space for Covington County residents.
Is the library open on Saturdays?
Yes — the Andalusia Public Library is open Saturday mornings from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, making it accessible for working residents who cannot visit Monday through Friday. The library is closed on Sundays.
What free digital resources can I access with my library card?
Your free Andalusia library card gives you access to the Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) at avl.lib.al.us, which includes eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, academic journals, and research databases at no cost — available 24/7 from any device.
📜 This library has genealogy & local-history resources. See how library family-history research works and find other libraries with genealogy collections genealogy libraries by state.
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✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in September 2026.