Hayden Public Library
🏢 Gila County Library District · Hayden, Arizona
Hayden Public Library
The Hayden Public Library serves a tight-knit copper-smelter town on the banks of the San Pedro River — a community where Kennecott Copper built the tallest smelter chimney in Arizona in 1912 and where the library has long been the keeper of local stories.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10am–4pm |
| Tuesday | 10am–4pm |
| Wednesday | 10am–4pm |
| Thursday | 10am–4pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 219 W 5th Ave, HAYDEN, AZ 85135
Phone: (928) 200-2997
Website: gcldaz.org
Plus Code: 855F2637+5X (HAYDEN, AZ)
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📖 About Hayden Public Library
The Hayden Public Library is part of the Gila County Library District and serves Hayden, Arizona, a small Gila County town with deep roots in Arizona's copper-mining heritage. Hayden was founded in 1909 as a company town by Kennecott Copper Corporation, which in 1912 built a 1,000-foot copper smelter — the tallest smelter chimney in Arizona — that defined the town's skyline and economy for decades. Operations eventually transferred to ASARCO, and though the mining economy contracted over the 20th century, the community of roughly 500 residents has held on. The library at 219 W. 5th Avenue holds local documents and community records that keep Hayden's collective memory alive, and offers digital resources through OverDrive, Northstar computer literacy training and a rotating calendar of community programs including computer tutoring and crafts.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Serves one of Arizona's historic copper-smelter towns, founded in 1909 as a Kennecott Copper company town
- Part of the Gila County Library District with 8 branches serving communities across the county
- Free library cards for Gila County residents; digital e-cards available for online resources
- OverDrive / Libby eBooks, audiobooks and eMagazines available 24/7 on any device
- Rotating community programs including computer & photo tutoring and creative workshops
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
A Hayden library card gives free access to digital reading and learning resources through Gila County:
📚 Services
- Free library cards for Gila County residents; e-cards for digital-only access
- Circulating collection of books, audiobooks, DVDs and CDs
- OverDrive / Libby eBook and audiobook lending
- Public computers with internet access and free Wi-Fi
- Printing, copying and scanning
- Reference and interlibrary loan services through the Gila County Library District
- Northstar Digital Literacy online learning platform
- Culture Pass program for discounted cultural admissions
🎸 Programs
- Computer & photo tutoring sessions
- Community crafts workshops (Painting and Coffee Day, seasonal events)
- Children's storytime and youth programming
- Summer reading challenge for all ages
- Monthly community events and special programs
📍 Nearby Libraries in Gila & Pinal Counties
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the history of Hayden, Arizona, and why was it built?
Hayden was founded in 1909 as a company town by Kennecott Copper Corporation to house workers extracting high-grade copper ore from the surrounding hills. In 1912 Kennecott built a 1,000-foot smelter chimney — the tallest in Arizona — that processed ore from the nearby mines. Operations later passed to ASARCO. As the mineral deposits were depleted over the 20th century, the population declined from a peak of about 1,577 in 1940 to around 512 by 2020, though the community remains active.
Is the Hayden library open on Fridays or weekends?
No — the Hayden Public Library is currently open Monday through Thursday, 10 am to 4 pm. It is closed Friday, Saturday and Sunday. For the most current hours, call (928) 200-2997 or check the Gila County Library District website at gcldaz.org.
Can I get an eBook card if I don't live in Gila County?
The Gila County Library District offers digital e-cards that give access to OverDrive / Libby eBooks, audiobooks and eMagazines without needing to visit a branch. Check the Gila County Library District website (gcldaz.org) for current card eligibility requirements and the online registration form.
What computer help is available at the Hayden library?
The library offers public computers with internet access, free Wi-Fi and scheduled computer and photo tutoring sessions that help patrons with basic computer skills, digital photography and related tasks. The library also provides access to Northstar Digital Literacy — a free self-paced online platform covering computer basics, email, social media safety, job searching and Microsoft Office applications.
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