Vernice Stoudenmire Public Library
🏢 Public Libraries of Shelby County · Wilsonville, Alabama
Vernice Stoudenmire Public Library
Named for the librarian who served Wilsonville for 50 years, the Vernice Stoudenmire Public Library has been a cornerstone of this small Shelby County town since 1942 — a neighborhood library with deep roots and a welcoming spirit.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 9905 NORTH MAIN STREET, WILSONVILLE, AL 35186
Website: wilsonvilleal.com
Plus Code: 865M6GP8+76 (WILSONVILLE, AL)
📱 Scan for directions
Point your phone camera at the code to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps.
👋 Use the Library Online
📖 About Vernice Stoudenmire Public Library
The Vernice Stoudenmire Public Library at 9905 North Main Street has served the Town of Wilsonville since 1942, making it one of the older community libraries in Shelby County. It honors Ms. Vernice Stoudenmire, who was the library's sole librarian for 50 years and whose dedication shaped the character of the institution. The library is one of 14 branches in the Public Libraries of Shelby County system, giving cardholders shared borrowing privileges across the entire county network through the Polaris catalog. Alabama residents can also access the Alabama Virtual Library's statewide databases — covering research, academics, and careers — free of charge at any time. The library's Facebook page (facebook.com/wilsonvillelibraryal) announces upcoming community events and programming.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Founded in 1942 — more than 80 years of community service in Wilsonville
- Named for Ms. Vernice Stoudenmire, sole librarian for 50 years
- One of 14 branches in the Public Libraries of Shelby County system
- Weekday hours Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM–5:00 PM
- Free Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) statewide databases
- Shared borrowing from all Shelby County branch locations
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Wilsonville library cardholders access the Shelby County digital collection and Alabama's statewide databases:
📚 Services
- Free library card (Shelby County residents)
- Access to all 14 Shelby County branches via shared Polaris catalog
- Interlibrary loan
- Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) statewide database access
🎸 Programs
- Community events announced on Facebook (facebook.com/wilsonvillelibraryal)
📍 Nearby Libraries in Shelby County
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
All libraries in WILSONVILLE · Browse all Alabama libraries →
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Vernice Stoudenmire, and why is the library named after her?
Vernice Stoudenmire was the library's sole librarian for 50 years, dedicating her career to serving the Wilsonville community. The library was renamed in her honor to recognize her extraordinary commitment and the lasting impact she had on generations of local residents.
When did the Wilsonville library first open?
The library has been serving Wilsonville residents since 1942, giving it more than 80 years of continuous community service in Shelby County.
What are the library's hours?
The Vernice Stoudenmire Public Library is open Monday through Friday, 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The library is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Can I borrow from other Shelby County libraries with a Wilsonville card?
Yes. As part of the Public Libraries of Shelby County system, your library card is valid at all 14 branches across the county. Materials can be requested and returned at any branch through the shared Polaris catalog.
✎ Notice something out of date? Suggest a correction and we’ll verify and update it.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in September 2026.