Yuma County Heritage Library
🏢 Yuma County Library District · YUMA, Arizona
Yuma County Heritage Library
Yuma County Heritage Library anchors the historic downtown core on South Third Avenue, sharing its building with the Heritage Library Archives — an appointment-only research vault preserving Yuma County's documentary history through genealogy records, photographs, and local history collections.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays.
📍 Location & Contact
Address: 350 S 3rd Ave, YUMA, AZ 85364
Phone: 9287835415
Website: yumalibrary.org
📖 About Yuma County Heritage Library
<p>Yuma County Heritage Library sits at 350 S 3rd Avenue in Yuma's established downtown district, steps from the historic Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park and the Colorado River waterfront. The branch doubles as the home of the Heritage Library Archives, a by-appointment research facility (reachable at 928-314-2463) that holds genealogy records, historic photographs, maps, and documents tracing Yuma County's development from its frontier river-crossing era to the present. The Yuma County Library District, a department of Yuma County funded through county appropriations and secondary property taxes, has served local residents for over a century — and Heritage is its downtown presence in the community where that history lives.</p>
⭐ What makes this branch special
- Home to the Heritage Library Archives — genealogy records, historic photos & local history collections (by appointment, 928-314-2463)
- Downtown location near the Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park and Colorado River waterfront
- Yuma County Federal Depository Library Program materials accessible here
- Full access to Libby, hoopla, Kanopy, and the Reading Arizona statewide digital collection
📱 Free with a Yuma County Library District Card
A free YCLD card unlocks borrowing at every branch plus statewide digital services including Libby, hoopla, and Reading Arizona.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Heritage Library Archives and how do I access it?
The Heritage Library Archives is a research collection co-located with Yuma County Heritage Library at 350 S 3rd Ave. It holds genealogy records, historic photographs, maps, and local history documents relating to Yuma County. Access is by appointment only — call (928) 314-2463 to schedule a visit. Regular library hours do not apply to the Archives.
What are the Yuma County Heritage Library hours?
Heritage Library is open Tuesday through Thursday 9 AM–6 PM, Friday and Saturday 9 AM–5 PM, and is closed Sunday and Monday. The branch is at 350 S 3rd Ave, Yuma, AZ 85364. Phone: (928) 783-5415.
Does Heritage Library have genealogy resources beyond the Archives?
Yes. In addition to the on-site Heritage Library Archives (by appointment), your free Yuma County Library District card provides access to online genealogy and research databases. The branch also participates in the Federal Depository Library Program, offering access to U.S. government publications. Ask staff for guidance on available research tools.