Arthur County Library
🏢 Arthur County Library · Arthur, Nebraska
Arthur County Library
Arthur County Library is a beloved cornerstone of one of America's least-populated counties, providing books, computers, and community connection to residents of the vast Nebraska Sandhills.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 12pm–5pm |
| Tuesday | 12pm–5pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 12pm–5pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 205 FIR STREET, ARTHUR, NE 69121
Phone: +1308-764-2219
Website: nebraskaccess.nebraska.gov
Plus Code: 85HWH895+VC (ARTHUR, NE)
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📖 About Arthur County Library
Arthur County, Nebraska, is one of the least-populated counties in the United States — home to fewer than 500 residents spread across more than 700 square miles of rolling Sandhills ranch country. The Arthur County Library at 205 Fir Street serves this tight-knit rural community three days a week, offering books, public-access computers, and interlibrary loan services that connect patrons to the broader Nebraska library network. As a participant in the Nebraska Library Commission's NebraskAccess program, card-holders gain free online access to premium research databases, digital historical collections, and curated Nebraska resources. The library is a vital public resource in a county without a bookstore, providing everything from reading materials for children to research tools for adults who might otherwise face a long drive to the nearest city. Arthur itself — the county seat — is one of the smallest county seats in the nation and retains the unhurried character of the open plains that surround it.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Serves one of the least-populated counties in the US — a vital community anchor in the Nebraska Sandhills
- Free interlibrary loan connecting patrons to the Nebraska library network
- NebraskAccess: free online databases, research tools, and Nebraska historical collections
- Public-access computers for residents without home internet in a rural, underserved area
- Convenient afternoon hours Mon, Tue & Thu — no appointment needed
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Your Arthur County Library card opens the door to the Nebraska Library Commission's statewide digital resources:
📚 Services
- Public-access computers and internet
- Physical book, magazine, and media lending
- Interlibrary loan (ILL) via Nebraska network
- NebraskAccess online database access
- Free library card for Nebraska residents
🎸 Programs
- Reading support and materials for children and adults
- Access to statewide online learning and research databases through NebraskAccess
📍 Nearby Libraries in the Nebraska Panhandle & Sandhills
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many days a week is Arthur County Library open?
The library is open three days a week: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from noon to 5pm. It is closed Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Call (308) 764-2219 before visiting to confirm current hours.
Can Arthur County residents access online databases and digital books?
Yes. Your library card gives you free access to NebraskAccess (nebraskaccess.nebraska.gov), a portal to premium research databases, historical Nebraska collections, genealogy resources, and curated Nebraska websites. eBooks and audiobooks are also available through the Nebraska OverDrive consortium.
What if the book I want isn't available at Arthur County Library?
The library participates in Nebraska's interlibrary loan network. Staff can request items from other libraries in the state, usually at no charge to you. Ask at the desk or call (308) 764-2219 to submit a request.
Is Arthur County Library the only public library in the county?
Yes. Arthur County Library at 205 Fir Street is the sole public library serving Arthur County, one of the least-populated counties in the United States. It is the central resource for reading materials, public computers, and digital access for the entire county.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.
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