Oscar Johnson Memorial Library
🏢 Baldwin County Library System · SILVERHILL, Alabama
Oscar Johnson Memorial Library
Oscar Johnson Memorial Library honors the Swedish-born co-founder of Silverhill — a town established in 1897 as a Scandinavian agricultural colony in Baldwin County — providing free books, internet access, and Alabama Virtual Library databases to this small but growing community.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 21967 SIXTH STREET, SILVERHILL, AL 36576
Phone: +1 251-945-5201
Plus Code: 862JG6VX+X6 (SILVERHILL, AL)
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📖 About Oscar Johnson Memorial Library
Oscar Johnson Memorial Library sits in the heart of Silverhill, a town founded in 1897 by Swedish immigrant Oscar Johnson, C. O. Carlson, and C. A. Valentin through the Svea Land Company. Johnson, who emigrated from Sweden, promoted Baldwin County land sales to Scandinavian settlers from Chicago and helped create one of Alabama's most distinctive small communities. The library named in his honor carries that legacy forward, serving as a free community resource for Silverhill's residents — a population that has grown dramatically in recent years as south Baldwin County booms. As part of the Baldwin County Library System, the library connects patrons to the system-wide consortium catalog and statewide Alabama Virtual Library databases.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Named for Oscar Johnson — Swedish-born co-founder of Silverhill (1897)
- Silverhill founded as Scandinavian colony; one of Alabama's most distinctive small towns
- Part of the Baldwin County Library System — borrow from any branch
- Free Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) databases for all Alabama residents
- Located in rapidly growing south Baldwin County
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Your library card provides free access to the Alabama Virtual Library's statewide database network and the Baldwin County consortium digital catalog.
📚 Services
- Free public computer access & internet
- Baldwin County consortium catalog holds & pickup
- Children's and adult book collections
- Alabama Virtual Library database access
🎸 Programs
- Children's reading programs
- Summer Reading Program
- Community programs and outreach
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Oscar Johnson, and why is the Silverhill library named after him?
Oscar Johnson was a Swedish immigrant who co-founded the town of Silverhill in 1897 alongside C. O. Carlson and C. A. Valentin through the Svea Land Company. He promoted land sales to Scandinavian settlers from Chicago, helping establish one of Baldwin County's most historically distinctive communities. The library bears his name to honor his central role in Silverhill's founding.
Is Oscar Johnson Memorial Library part of a larger library system?
Yes — it is a member of the Baldwin County Library System. Your card lets you request and borrow items from any branch in the system through the shared catalog at baldwin.tlcdelivers.com. Cardholders also receive free access to the statewide Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) database portal.
What are the hours at Oscar Johnson Memorial Library?
The library is open Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. It is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. Call 251-945-5201 to confirm hours, as small community libraries may observe holidays or adjust schedules seasonally.
How do I get a library card at Oscar Johnson Memorial Library?
Visit the library at 21967 Sixth Street in Silverhill with a photo ID and proof of current address. A free card gives you access to Silverhill's collections and the full Baldwin County Library System. For questions, call 251-945-5201.
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✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in September 2026.