Library of Things at Arkansas Libraries (10 Verified)

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Library of Things at Libraries in Arkansas

Want to borrow a tool, telescope, sewing machine or board game in Arkansas? These 10 public libraries have lending a Library of Things verified on their official pages — free to borrow with your library card, no purchase needed.

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We have verified 10 public libraries in Arkansas offering a Library of Things, across 10 cities — including Bella Vista, Bentonville, Harrison, Hot Springs, Jasper. Each links to that library’s page with its address, hours and phone so you can confirm the service and any fees.

A few worth knowing in Arkansas:

💡 Good to know: Loan periods for “things” are usually shorter than for books and popular items (telescopes, projectors, power tools) go fast — place a hold in advance and check whether your item needs a deposit or has a replacement fee for lost parts.

Arkansas libraries with a Library of Things — 10 verified

Bella Vista Public LibraryBella Vista, Arkansas · (479) 855-175311 Dickens PlaceLibrary of Things lending collection — practical items available for checkout →Bentonville Public LibraryBentonville, Arkansas · (479) 271-3192405 South Main StreetLibrary of Things: tools, equipment, devices, and specialty items →Boone County LibraryHarrison, Arkansas · (870) 741-5913221 W. Stephenson AveTelescope lending program →Garland County LibraryHot Springs, Arkansas · (501) 623-41611427 Malvern AvenueFun Stuff Collection: fishing poles, cake pans, board games, yard games, and puzzles →Newton County LibraryJASPER, Arkansas · +1870-446-2983230 S. Stone StreetLibrary of Things: fishing poles, games, telescopes →Main Library — Central Arkansas Library SystemLittle Rock, Arkansas · (501) 918-3000100 South Rock StreetLibrary of Things: telescopes, birdwatching kits, fishing poles, mobile hotspots →Malvern-Hot Spring County LibraryMALVERN, Arkansas · +1501-332-5441202 East Third StreetLibrary of Things lending program →Donald W. Reynolds Library Serving Baxter CountyMountain Home, Arkansas · (870) 580-0987300 Library HillCollection of Things: lending library including fishing poles, ukuleles, activity kits, and cake pans →Laman LibraryNorth Little Rock, Arkansas · (501) 758-17202801 Orange StreetLibrary of Things program — borrow non-traditional items →Amy Sanders LibrarySHERWOOD, Arkansas · (501) 835-775610200 Johnson DriveLibrary of Things: birdwatching kits, fishing poles, and telescopes to check out →

📝 How to borrow from a Library of Things in Arkansas

  1. Browse the “Library of Things” catalog. Check the library’s website or catalog for what it lends — every {state} library’s collection is different.
  2. Reserve the item with your card. Popular things — telescopes, projectors, power tools — get booked ahead, so place a hold early.
  3. Pick it up at the desk. Some items come in a case with instructions or accessories; check that everything is included when you collect it.
  4. Use it, then return it on time. Loan periods are usually shorter than for books, and libraries often limit how many things you can borrow at once.
  5. Report any problems. Tell staff if something is damaged or a part is missing — some items carry a deposit or a replacement fee.

New to this? See the national guide on how a Library of Things works.

Frequently asked questions

Which Arkansas cities have libraries with Library of Things?

We have verified 10 across 10 cities in Arkansas: Bella Vista, Bentonville, Harrison, Hot Springs, Jasper, Little Rock, Malvern, Mountain Home and 2 more. Open any library’s page above for its address, hours and phone.

How many Arkansas libraries offer Library of Things?

We have confirmed 10 Arkansas public libraries with a Library of Things, each verified from its official information. We add more as we confirm them, so the count can grow — or browse the full national list.

What makes Donald W. Reynolds Library Serving Baxter County in Mountain Home notable for Library of Things?

Collection of Things: lending library including fishing poles, ukuleles, activity kits, and cake pans. See its full page for hours, address and phone.

Is Library of Things available at Garland County Library in Hot Springs?

Fun Stuff Collection: fishing poles, cake pans, board games, yard games, and puzzles. See its full page for hours, address and phone.

Keep exploring

🧰 All U.S. libraries with a Library of Things →📍 All public libraries in Arkansas →

Services verified from each library’s official information during our 2026 review. Fees and availability can change — confirm on the library’s page before visiting.

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