Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library
🏢 Barren County Public Library · Glasgow, Kentucky
Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library
Founded in 1916 and celebrating 110 years of service to Barren County in June 2026, the Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library is Glasgow's community anchor — open four evenings a week and stocked with books, digital resources and reservable meeting space.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9am–8pm |
| Tuesday | 9am–8pm |
| Wednesday | 9am–8pm |
| Thursday | 9am–8pm |
| Friday | 9am–4pm |
| Saturday | 9am–4pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 1530 SOUTH GREEN STREET, GLASGOW, KY 42141
Phone: (270) 651-2824
Website: weldonpubliclibrary.org
Plus Code: 868PX3MC+8C (GLASGOW, KY)
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📖 About Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library
The Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library has served Glasgow and Barren County, Kentucky since 1916, making it one of south-central Kentucky's longest-standing public libraries. The library is named for Mary Wood Weldon, a local patron of community learning. Located at 1530 South Green Street, the building serves as far more than a book repository: residents rely on it for high-speed internet access, computer workstations, digital collections, and community meeting rooms. In June 2026 the library marked its 110th anniversary with a ribbon-cutting, historical display, and community celebration led by Director Ami Sandell. The library holds over 50,000 volumes and circulates nearly 188,000 items per year, ranking it among the busiest public libraries in the region. Through membership in the Kentucky Virtual Library (KYVL), every cardholder gains access to statewide research databases and digital resources at no charge.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Founded 1916 — over 110 years of continuous public service to Glasgow and Barren County
- Large circulating collection of 50,000+ volumes with nearly 188,000 items checked out annually
- Evening hours Monday through Thursday until 8 p.m. — one of the latest closing times in the region
- Free reservable meeting rooms for community groups, workshops and study sessions
- Access to Kentucky Virtual Library (KYVL) statewide databases with every free library card
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Glasgow cardholders can access free eBooks, databases and research tools through Kentucky's statewide digital collections:
📚 Services
- Free public Wi-Fi and computer workstations
- Reservable community meeting rooms
- eBooks, audiobooks and streaming media via Libby and hoopla
- Kentucky Virtual Library (KYVL) statewide databases
- Interlibrary loan
- Library card registration (Kentucky ID or alternative ID + proof of address)
- Book, DVD and magazine circulation and holds
🎸 Programs
- Community workshops and author talks
- Book clubs and reading programs
- Children's and youth programming
- Summer reading program
- Community events and gatherings in the meeting rooms
📍 Nearby Libraries in South-Central Kentucky
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Mary Wood Weldon, and when was the library founded?
The library was founded in 1916 and named for Mary Wood Weldon, a local patron of community learning in Glasgow, Kentucky. In June 2026 the library celebrated its 110th anniversary with a community ceremony and historical display.
What evenings is the Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library open late?
The library is open Monday through Thursday until 8 p.m., making those evenings convenient for working adults and students. Friday and Saturday hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and the library is closed on Sunday.
Can I use the meeting rooms at the library?
Yes. The Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library has community meeting rooms that can be reserved for group gatherings, workshops and study sessions. Contact the library at (270) 651-2824 or visit weldonpubliclibrary.org for reservation details.
What do I need to get a free library card in Glasgow?
You can register at the librarian's desk with a brief form. You'll need either a Kentucky driver's license or REAL ID, or an alternative photo ID paired with a piece of mail showing your current address. Cards are free for all Barren County residents.
📅 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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