Eleanor Daggett Memorial Library
🏢 Eleanor Daggett Memorial Library · Chama, New Mexico
Eleanor Daggett Memorial Library
Nestled in the high-altitude railroad town of Chama at nearly 7,900 feet in the Río Arriba highlands, the Eleanor Daggett Memorial Library serves northern New Mexico's gateway to the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, offering free books, crafting programs, and FamilyPass admission to 15 New Mexico museums.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 8am–5pm |
| Tuesday | 8am–5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am–5pm |
| Thursday | 8am–5pm |
| Friday | 8am–5pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 1512B STATE HWY 17, CHAMA, NM 87520
Phone: +1575-756-2184
Website: chamalibrary.blogspot.com
Plus Code: 858MWC39+QM (CHAMA, NM)
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📖 About Eleanor Daggett Memorial Library
The Eleanor Daggett Memorial Library is Chama's community anchor, serving this small northern New Mexico town on State Highway 17 near the Colorado border. Named in honor of a local community supporter, the library provides residents of the surrounding Río Arriba County mountains with books, DVDs, and community programs in one of the state's most scenic — and remote — settings. The library's FamilyPass program partners with the New Mexico State Library to give cardholders free admission to 15 of the state's exceptional museums, bringing cultural enrichment to a community more than an hour from Taos. Crafting workshops, vintage book arts, and early literacy initiatives round out a program calendar tailored to Chama's multigenerational community.
⭐ What makes this library special
- FamilyPass program: free admission to 15 New Mexico museums for cardholders
- DVD lending including exercise videos and TV series boxed sets
- Crafting workshops including tinsmith and vintage book-arts classes
- Early literacy programs for young children
- Used-book sales supporting library programming
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
New Mexico library cardholders access free digital resources through El Portal:
📚 Services
- Book & DVD lending
- Used-book sales
- FamilyPass museum admission program
- Free library cards
- Community resource access
- Early literacy support
🎸 Programs
- Crafting classes (tinsmith, vintage book arts)
- Children's story time & early literacy
- Youth activities
- Seasonal reading programs
📍 Nearby Libraries in Río Arriba County
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Eleanor Daggett Memorial Library's hours?
The library is open Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm. It is closed Saturday and Sunday.
What is the FamilyPass program at the Chama library?
The FamilyPass is a borrowable pass that gives library cardholders free admission to 15 exceptional New Mexico museums, including history, science, and art institutions across the state. Ask library staff for available pass dates.
Does the Eleanor Daggett Memorial Library offer digital resources?
Yes. New Mexico library cardholders can access free eBooks, databases, and digital materials through the New Mexico State Library's El Portal statewide program. Ask staff how to get started with your free library card.
What crafting programs does the Chama library offer?
The library hosts hands-on crafting workshops including tinsmith classes and vintage book-arts sessions. Check the library's blog at chamalibrary.blogspot.com or call 575-756-2184 for the current schedule.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.
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