Seaford District Library
🏢 Delaware Division of Libraries · Seaford, Delaware
Seaford District Library
Seaford District Library anchors the public library network in western Sussex County, holding roughly 28,000 items and offering consistent weekday hours. A single Delaware library card here also opens the statewide digital collection — Libby, hoopla, Kanopy and more — from any device.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10am–6pm |
| Tuesday | 10am–6pm |
| Wednesday | 10am–6pm |
| Thursday | 10am–6pm |
| Friday | 10am–6pm |
| Saturday | Open last Sat. of the month |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 600 N. Market Street Ext., Seaford, DE 19973
Phone: (302) 629-2524
Website: lib.de.us
Plus Code: 87C6M94J+C3 (Seaford, DE)
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📖 About Seaford District Library
The Seaford District Library is a branch of the Delaware Division of Libraries serving the city of Seaford and the surrounding western Sussex County community. Founded in the early 1900s, it has grown to hold approximately 28,000 items — books, audiobooks, DVDs and digital content — and functions as a community gathering place alongside its library role. The branch is open Monday through Friday 10 a.m.–6 p.m. with limited Saturday hours the last Saturday of each month. As part of the statewide Delaware library system, cardholders share the unified Delaware Library Catalog at dlc.lib.de.us and enjoy instant access to digital platforms including Libby, hoopla, Kanopy and Flipster, as well as the Learning Express Library for career and academic skill-building.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Established in the early 1900s — one of the older public libraries in western Delaware
- Collection of approximately 28,000 items serving Seaford and western Sussex County
- Five-day-a-week service (Mon–Fri 10–6) providing consistent year-round access
- Unified Delaware library card grants access to all 32+ branches and the statewide digital catalog
- Full digital suite: Libby, hoopla, Kanopy and Flipster magazines available around the clock
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Every Delaware library card unlocks the statewide digital collection — borrow, stream and learn from home or on the go:
📚 Services
- Public computers and free Wi-Fi
- Printing, copying and scanning
- Statewide interlibrary loan through the Delaware Library Catalog
- Children's and youth collections
- Digital literacy assistance
- Meeting and community space
🎸 Programs
- Children's storytimes and youth programming
- Adult programs and community events
- Summer reading for all ages
- Book discussions
- Computer training and digital literacy classes
📍 Nearby Libraries in Sussex & Kent Counties, DE
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What are Seaford District Library's hours, and is it open on weekends?
The library is open Monday through Friday 10 a.m.–6 p.m. It opens only on the last Saturday of each month, and is closed on Sundays. Consistent weekday hours make it a reliable resource for working residents of Seaford and western Sussex County.
How large is Seaford District Library's collection?
The library holds approximately 28,000 items, including books, audiobooks, DVDs and digital resources. Delaware cardholders can also request materials from any of the 32+ branches statewide through the unified Delaware Library Catalog.
What digital resources can I use with a Seaford District Library card?
A Delaware library card from Seaford unlocks the full statewide digital suite: Libby for eBooks and audiobooks, hoopla for movies and music (no waitlists), Kanopy for streaming films, Flipster for digital magazines, and Learning Express Library for career and academic prep — all free.
What other libraries are close to Seaford?
Bridgeville Public Library is just 4.6 miles away, Laurel Public Library is about 7 miles, and Georgetown Public Library is roughly 13 miles. All share the same statewide card, so books can be requested and picked up at any Delaware branch.
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