Lantana Public Library
🏢 Town of Lantana · Lantana, Florida
Lantana Public Library
Founded in 1947 by the Lantana Woman's Club with 900 donated books in a church hall, Lantana Public Library has grown into an independently operated town library that was the first public library in South Florida to adopt the open-source Koha catalog system.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10am–7pm |
| Tuesday | 10am–7pm |
| Wednesday | 10am–7pm |
| Thursday | 10am–7pm |
| Friday | 12pm–4pm |
| Saturday | 12pm–4pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 205 WEST OCEAN AVENUE, LANTANA, FL 33462
Phone: +1561-540-5740
Website: lantanalibrary.org
Plus Code: 76RXHWMW+QV (LANTANA, FL)
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📖 About Lantana Public Library
The Lantana Woman's Club established a lending collection in 1947 at the Lantana Community Church on Oak Street, seeded with 900 volumes donated by the Society of the Four Arts in Palm Beach. For four years volunteers staffed the shelves before librarian Nancy Bauskett formally cataloged the collection in the early 1950s. The library moved to the old bridge tender's house in 1952 and stayed for four decades until the town purchased the former Carteret bank building at 205 W. Ocean Ave. in 1994, transforming it into the current landmark space. In 2014 Lantana went live with Koha — becoming the first South Florida public library on the open-source system — and the library now holds more than 23,000 print volumes alongside thousands of digital items. A particular treasure is the Linehan Digital Library, an online archive of 600+ historic images documenting Lantana's past.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Founded 1947 by the Lantana Woman's Club — one of Palm Beach County's oldest independently operated town libraries
- First public library in South Florida to adopt the open-source Koha catalog system (2014)
- Linehan Digital Library: 600+ historic photographs documenting Lantana's history, freely accessible online
- Total collection of 30,000+ items including print, eBooks, audiobooks, and videos
- Accessible by Palm Tran routes 63, 70, and 1 — no car required
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Your Lantana library card unlocks eBooks, research databases, and Florida's free statewide digital resources:
📚 Services
- Free Koha online catalog — search holdings and manage your account from any device
- Public computers, printing, faxing, and scanning
- Inter-library borrowing: access to larger Palm Beach County collections through reciprocal agreements
- Free library card for Lantana residents and Palm Beach County residents
- Community meeting space
🎸 Programs
- Weekly Storytime: every Monday at 10:30 am — stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts for young children, led by Ms. Tracy
- Summer Reading Program for children and teens
- Adult programs and community events throughout the year
- Local history and genealogy resources via the Linehan Digital Library archive
📍 Nearby Libraries in Palm Beach County
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How did Lantana Public Library start, and who founded it?
The library was established in 1947 by the Lantana Woman's Club, which placed 900 books donated by the Society of the Four Arts in Palm Beach inside the Lantana Community Church on Oak Street. It relied on volunteers and donations for its first four years before being formally cataloged and opened more regularly in the early 1950s.
What is the Linehan Digital Library?
The Linehan Digital Library is a free online archive of more than 600 historic photographs and images documenting the history of Lantana. It is maintained by Lantana Public Library and accessible at lantanalibrary.org/archives.
Does Lantana Public Library offer eBooks and digital resources?
Yes. Cardholders have access to the Florida Electronic Library (FEL), a free statewide resource with eBooks, databases, magazines, and genealogy tools. The library's Koha catalog is also available online 24/7.
How can I get a library card at Lantana Public Library?
Bring a valid photo ID and proof of address to the library at 205 W. Ocean Ave. Lantana and Palm Beach County residents qualify for a free card. You can also call 561-540-5740 for details.
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