Richard C. Sullivan Public Library of Wilton Manors
🏢 City of Wilton Manors · Wilton Manors, Florida
Richard C. Sullivan Public Library of Wilton Manors
An independent municipal library serving Wilton Manors since 1957, named for the community benefactor whose $280,000 bequest paid off the building's debt — a welcoming neighborhood anchor with 40,000+ items, free ebooks, and evening hours on Wednesdays.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 500 NE 26th Street, WILTON MANORS, FL 33305
Phone: (954) 390-2195
Website: wiltonmanors.gov
Plus Code: 76RX5V56+P2 (WILTON MANORS, FL)
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📖 About Richard C. Sullivan Public Library of Wilton Manors
The Richard C. Sullivan Public Library of Wilton Manors has operated as an independent city library since opening in June 1957 — first staffed by volunteers in a shop on Wilton Drive before moving to a refurbished Village Hall on NE 26th Street. The library doubled in size in 1960, underwent renovations in 1984, and in 2003 opened its current purpose-built facility, funded by a $350,000 bond and a $300,000 state grant. The library is named in honor of Richard C. Sullivan, who donated $40,000 to furnish the children's wing and, upon his death in November 2005, left a bequest of $280,000 that paid off the building's remaining bond debt. The City Commission renamed the library in his honor on May 9, 2006. The library celebrated its 50th anniversary in December 2007 and today holds over 40,000 books, magazines, videos, and audiobooks. It is a member of the Southeast Florida Library Information Network (SEFLIN), giving cardholders access to digital borrowing through OverDrive/Libby and the statewide Florida Electronic Library.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Independent municipal library since 1957 — named for benefactor Richard C. Sullivan after his $280,000 bequest cleared the building's bond debt
- 2003 purpose-built facility, triple the size of the original location on NE 26th Street
- 40,000+ books, magazines, videos & audiobooks in the circulating collection
- SEFLIN OneCard: your card works across Southeast Florida municipal libraries
- Free ebooks & audiobooks via OverDrive/Libby — borrow from SEFLIN's digital collection
- Evening hours Wednesday until 8 pm; open Saturday until 2 pm
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Free digital resources available 24/7 with your Wilton Manors Library card:
📚 Services
- Free library card for Wilton Manors residents and Broward County residents
- SEFLIN OneCard: accepted at Southeast Florida municipal libraries
- Public-access computers and free Wi-Fi
- Printing, copying & scanning
- Conference room available
- Programs for children and adults
- Interlibrary loan
🎸 Programs
- Children's story time
- Teen Book to Film Club
- Adult book clubs and reading programs
- Community events — see wiltonmanors.gov/168 for full calendar
📍 Nearby Libraries in Broward & Miami-Dade Counties
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Richard C. Sullivan, and why is the library named after him?
Richard C. Sullivan was a Wilton Manors community benefactor who donated $40,000 to furnish the library's children's wing and, when he died in November 2005, left a bequest of $280,000 that fully paid off the library's remaining bond debt. The City Commission voted to rename the library in his honor on May 9, 2006.
Can I borrow ebooks and audiobooks from the library for free?
Yes. With a free library card you can borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and digital magazines through Libby (powered by OverDrive via the SEFLIN consortium) on any phone, tablet, or computer. The Florida Electronic Library also provides access to millions of articles and databases free to all Florida residents.
Does my Wilton Manors library card work at other libraries?
Yes. The SEFLIN OneCard program lets you use your Wilton Manors card at participating Southeast Florida municipal libraries. Ask staff at the circulation desk for details on participating locations.
What are the Wednesday evening hours?
On Wednesdays the library opens at 12:00 pm (noon) and stays open until 8:00 pm — the one evening each week with extended hours. All other weekdays and Saturday close earlier.
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