Garrett Memorial Library
🏢 State Library of Iowa · Moulton, Iowa
Garrett Memorial Library
The Garrett Memorial Library has served Moulton, in southern Iowa's Appanoose County, since 1969, when a gift from the late John M. Garrett and matching community funds founded it. It was the first library in the county with public internet access.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9am–2pm |
| Tuesday | 1pm–5pm |
| Wednesday | 1pm–6pm |
| Thursday | 9am–12pm |
| Friday | 9am–2pm |
| Saturday | 9am–11am |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 123 S. Main Street, MOULTON, IA 52572
Phone: (641) 642-3664
Website: moulton.lib.ia.us
Plus Code: 86G9M8MF+V5 (MOULTON, IA)
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📖 About Garrett Memorial Library
The Garrett Memorial Library is the public library of Moulton, a small town in Appanoose County in south-central Iowa, close to the Missouri line. It was established in 1969 through a monetary gift from the late John M. Garrett, combined with matching funds raised locally and books donated by area clubs, organizations, residents and former residents — which is why it carries the Garrett name. The library has held state accreditation from the State Library of Iowa since 1999 and was the first library in Appanoose County to offer a public-access computer connected to the internet. Today it provides five public computers, free Wi-Fi, historical microfilm and a current collection of books, audiobooks and media, and it connects readers to Iowa's statewide Bridges eLibrary through the Libby app.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Founded in 1969 by a gift from the late John M. Garrett plus matching community funds
- First library in Appanoose County to offer public internet access
- State-accredited by the State Library of Iowa since 1999
- Five public computers, free Wi-Fi and historical microfilm for local research
- Free Bridges eLibrary eBooks and audiobooks through the Libby app
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
A free Moulton card connects you to Iowa's statewide digital collections:
📚 Services
- Five public-access computers and free Wi-Fi
- Printing, copying and basic technology help
- Historical microfilm collection for local and family research
- Interlibrary loan through the State Library of Iowa
- Downloadable eBooks and audiobooks via Bridges / Libby
- Reference and reader's advisory assistance
🎸 Programs
- Children's and youth reading activities
- Summer reading
- Adult programs and community events
- Reading support for area students
📍 Nearby Libraries in South-Central Iowa
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Who was the Garrett Memorial Library named after?
The library is named for the late John M. Garrett, whose monetary gift — combined with matching funds raised by the Moulton community and donated books — established the library in 1969. That local partnership is how a small town library got its start and its name.
What are the library's hours, which change through the week?
Hours vary by day: Monday and Friday 9 a.m.–2 p.m., Tuesday 1–5 p.m., Wednesday 1–6 p.m., Thursday 9 a.m.–noon, and Saturday 9–11 a.m. The library is closed on Sunday, so it's worth checking the day before you go.
Can I borrow eBooks and audiobooks with a Moulton library card?
Yes. Through the State Library of Iowa's Bridges eLibrary, Garrett Memorial cardholders can borrow eBooks and audiobooks for free using the Libby app on a phone, tablet or computer, drawing on a statewide collection far larger than the local shelves.
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✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.
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