Mason County Public Library
🏢 Mason County · Maysville, Kentucky
Mason County Public Library
Serving Maysville and Mason County since a library tradition dating to 1878, this fine-free public library delivers books to homebound residents via the Library 2 Go! van and opens its doors until 8 p.m. on Tuesdays at 218 E. Third Street in historic downtown.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 8am–6pm |
| Tuesday | 8am–8pm |
| Wednesday | 8am–6pm |
| Thursday | 8am–6pm |
| Friday | 8am–6pm |
| Saturday | 9am–2pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 218 E. Third Street, Maysville, KY 41056
Phone: (606) 564-3286
Website: masoncountylibrary.com
Plus Code: 86CRJ6VQ+MW (Maysville, KY)
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📖 About Mason County Public Library
Mason County Public Library has served Maysville and Mason County since the 1800s — the lineage of the Maysville and Mason County Library, Historic and Scientific Association was chartered in 1878, making it one of Kentucky's longest-standing public library traditions. The current building at 218 E. Third Street sits in the heart of historic downtown Maysville, a city perched above the Ohio River on the edge of the Bluegrass region. A 2,000-square-foot addition designed by MSE of Kentucky was completed in 2002, expanding the facility. The library holds a fine-free policy, operates the Library 2 Go! homebound-delivery van, and loans museum-experience passes to sites like the Kentucky Gateway Museum Center and the Explorium of Lexington through its Adventures Beyond Books program. Its mission — to inspire lifelong learning, advance knowledge, and strengthen its community — spans storytime for infants to adult technology classes and Ancestry Library Edition access for genealogy research.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Fine-free library — no overdue fines on any materials
- Library 2 Go! van delivers books and materials free of charge to homebound and disabled residents
- Adventures Beyond Books: borrow experience passes to the Kentucky Gateway Museum Center, Explorium of Lexington, and Stepping Stone Farm
- In-branch Ancestry Library Edition access for genealogy research; nearby Kentucky Gateway Museum Center Research Library for local records
- 2,000 sq ft expansion (2002) in the heart of historic downtown Maysville, with open Tuesdays until 8 pm
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Mason County cardholders can borrow, stream, and research free through Kentucky's digital resources:
📚 Services
- Fine-free borrowing — no overdue fees on any materials
- Homebound delivery via Library 2 Go! van for disabled and homebound Mason County residents
- Adventures Beyond Books experience passes (Kentucky Gateway Museum Center, Explorium of Lexington, Stepping Stone Farm)
- Mobile printing from personal devices
- Fax and photocopy services (no library card required for fax)
- Free notary services by appointment
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the building
- Self-checkout kiosk and online renewals
- Interlibrary loan access to partner libraries
- Kentucky Talking Books Library service for patrons with visual, physical, or reading disabilities
- Meeting room for community use
- Ancestry Library Edition (in-branch genealogy research)
🎸 Programs
- Storytime for infants and young children including Storytime in the Park
- STEAM crafts and activities for school-age children
- Homeschool programming
- Teen room with social events, games, and activities
- Adult technology classes and Tech Help Desk
- Summer Reading Program for all ages
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does Mason County Public Library charge overdue fines?
No. Mason County Public Library is fully fine-free — you will not be charged late fees on any borrowed materials, including books, DVDs, or other items.
Can I get library materials delivered if I can't visit in person?
Yes. The Library 2 Go! van provides free delivery of books and other materials to homebound and disabled Mason County residents. Contact the library at (606) 564-3286 to sign up.
What genealogy resources are available at the library?
The library offers in-branch access to Ancestry Library Edition, which contains billions of census, vital records, directory, and photo records covering North America, the UK, Europe, and beyond. For deeper local research, the Kentucky Gateway Museum Center Research Library at 215 Sutton Street in Maysville provides dedicated in-house assistance with Mason County historical records.
How do I borrow experience passes through Adventures Beyond Books?
With a valid Mason County library card, you can reserve passes online through your catalog account under the Experiences section. Passes are available for the Kentucky Gateway Museum Center, Explorium of Lexington, Stepping Stone Farm, and the Great American Dollhouse Museum — letting families enjoy local cultural and educational sites for free.
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