Gilmour Memorial Library
🏢 City of Kittitas · Kittitas, Washington
Gilmour Memorial Library
The Gilmour Memorial Library is the small public library of Kittitas, a farming town in the Kittitas Valley east of Ellensburg. In 2026 it moved into the Catalyst building on Main Street, keeping neighborhood library service close to home.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 12pm–5pm |
| Wednesday | 12pm–5pm |
| Thursday | 10am–6pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 12pm–5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 117 N Main Street, KITTITAS, WA 98934
Phone: (509) 968-0226
Website: friendsofgilmourlibrary.com
Plus Code: 84RXXHMJ+V9 (KITTITAS, WA)
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📖 About Gilmour Memorial Library
The Gilmour Memorial Library — also known as the Kittitas Public Library — is the community library for the City of Kittitas, a small town in the Kittitas Valley of central Washington just east of Ellensburg. It is a compact, locally run library rather than a branch of a large county system, supported by the city and by the Friends of the Kittitas Gilmour Memorial Library, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. In July 2026 the library relocated to the Catalyst building on Main Street, a move made possible with support from the Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce, giving it a more visible home in the heart of town. It offers a free library card to area residents and connects patrons to Washington's statewide downloadable collection so a small-town card still unlocks a large digital library.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Community library for the City of Kittitas, serving the Kittitas Valley east of Ellensburg
- Relocated in 2026 to the Catalyst building on Main Street in downtown Kittitas
- Supported by the Friends of the Kittitas Gilmour Memorial Library, a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit
- Free library card for area residents, with access to eBooks and eAudiobooks through the Washington Anytime Library
- Open afternoons Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday, with extended Thursday hours
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
A Gilmour Memorial Library card connects you to Washington's statewide digital collections:
📚 Services
- Free library card for Kittitas-area residents
- Public computers and free Wi-Fi
- Downloadable eBooks and eAudiobooks via the Washington Anytime Library
- Reading and browsing collection for all ages
- Friends-of-the-Library book sales and community support
🎸 Programs
- Children's reading and story programs
- Summer reading activities
- Community events hosted with the Friends of the Library
- Seasonal programming in the new Catalyst building
📍 Nearby Libraries in the Kittitas Valley
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Gilmour Memorial Library now located?
In July 2026 the library moved into the Catalyst building on Main Street in downtown Kittitas. The relocation, supported by the Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce, gave the library a more central and visible home in town.
Is Gilmour Memorial Library the same as the Kittitas Public Library?
Yes. The library is formally the Gilmour Memorial Library and is also referred to as the Kittitas Public Library. It is the small, locally run public library for the City of Kittitas, not a branch of a larger county system.
What days is the library open?
The library is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday from 12 to 5 p.m. and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. It is closed Monday, Friday and Sunday. Because it is a small community library, it's always wise to confirm current hours before a special trip.
Can I borrow eBooks with a Kittitas library card?
Yes. A free library card connects you to the Washington Anytime Library, the statewide digital collection shared through the Washington Digital Library Consortium, so you can borrow eBooks and eAudiobooks through the Libby app on your phone, tablet or computer.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.
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