Chelsea Public Library

🏢 City of Chelsea · Chelsea, Alabama

Chelsea Public Library

Tucked along U.S. Highway 280 in one of Alabama's fastest-growing suburbs, Chelsea Public Library keeps its doors open late on weeknights so busy families and students can make the most of every visit.

📞 +1205-847-5750🌐 cityofchelsea.com🧭 Get directions
🕑 Hours & visit📖 About⭐ Highlights📚 Services📍 Nearby❓ FAQ

🕑 Library Hours

Monday 9am–7pm
Tuesday 9am–7pm
Wednesday 9am–7pm
Thursday 9am–7pm
Friday 9am–5pm
Saturday 9am–4pm
Sunday Closed

Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.

📍 Location, Contact & Directions

Address: 16623 HIGHWAY 80, CHELSEA, AL 35043

Phone: +1205-847-5750

Website: cityofchelsea.com

Plus Code: 865M89XC+34 (CHELSEA, AL)

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📖 About Chelsea Public Library

Chelsea Public Library is a municipal library operated by the City of Chelsea in Shelby County, serving a community whose population has surged in recent decades as southside Birmingham suburbs expanded along the US-280 corridor. The library provides free access to books, audiobooks, DVDs, public computers, and high-speed Wi-Fi, with weeknight hours extended to 7pm to accommodate working residents. A free library card is issued on the spot to Chelsea and Shelby County residents presenting a photo ID and proof of address. Through Alabama Virtual Library (AVL), cardholders gain 24/7 at-home access to premium databases covering academic journals, magazines, newspapers, and K–12 homework help. The library also hosts youth programs and community events that reflect Chelsea's close-knit, family-oriented character.

⭐ What makes this library special

  • Extended weeknight hours — open until 7pm Monday through Thursday
  • Free public computers with internet access and productivity software
  • Building-wide Wi-Fi available during all open hours
  • Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) — free statewide eResources for all Alabama residents
  • Free library card for Chelsea and Shelby County residents with same-day issuance

📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card

Chelsea cardholders unlock Alabama's statewide digital portal plus e-books and audiobooks:

&📚 Alabama Virtual Library (AVL)Free 24/7 access to academic journals, newspapers, encyclopedias, and K–12 homework-help databases for every Alabama resident — log in at avl.lib.al.us with your library card.
&📱 Libby by OverDriveBorrow e-books and digital audiobooks instantly on your phone or tablet — no waiting list for popular titles when you borrow with your Chelsea card.

📚 Services

  • Free public computers with internet access
  • High-speed Wi-Fi
  • Printing and copying
  • Community/meeting room
  • Interlibrary loan
  • Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) access
  • Libby / OverDrive e-books and audiobooks

🎸 Programs

  • Story time for young children
  • Summer Reading Program
  • Youth and teen programming
  • Community events and author visits

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What are Chelsea Public Library's hours?

The library is open Monday–Thursday 9am–7pm, Friday 9am–5pm, and Saturday 9am–4pm. It is closed on Sundays. Call (205) 847-5750 to confirm holiday schedules.

Do I need a Chelsea address to get a library card?

A free card is available to Chelsea and Shelby County residents with a valid photo ID and proof of address. Ask staff about reciprocal borrowing options if you live in a neighboring county.

Does Chelsea Public Library have computers and Wi-Fi?

Yes — free public computer terminals and building-wide Wi-Fi are available during all open hours. Computers include internet access and productivity software.

What is Alabama Virtual Library and how do I use it from home?

AVL (avl.lib.al.us) is a state-funded portal giving every Alabama resident free 24/7 access to databases for magazines, academic research, newspapers, and homework help. Log in with your Chelsea library card number from any device.

🖨 This library offers printing, copying & fax. See how library printing, copying, scanning and fax services work — costs and mobile printing — and find other libraries that offer them printing & fax by state.

📅 This library has meeting & community rooms. See how library meeting rooms work — booking, policies and fees — and find other libraries with meeting or community rooms meeting rooms by state.

✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in September 2026.

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