Riverside Regional Library
🏢 Riverside Regional Library System · Jackson, Missouri
Riverside Regional Library
The Riverside Regional Library in Jackson is the main branch of a six-location public library system serving Cape Girardeau County and surrounding communities in southeast Missouri. Located at 1997 East Jackson Boulevard, the library is open Monday through Saturday with early-morning hours starting at 8 a.m. — among the earliest opening times of any public library in the region.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 8am–6pm |
| Tuesday | 8am–6pm |
| Wednesday | 8am–6pm |
| Thursday | 8am–6pm |
| Friday | 8am–6pm |
| Saturday | 9am–4pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 1997 East Jackson Boulevard, Jackson, MO 63755
Phone: (573) 243-8141
Website: riversideregionallibrary.org
Plus Code: 869G9993+P8 (Jackson, MO)
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📖 About Riverside Regional Library
Riverside Regional Library is the headquarters branch of the Riverside Regional Library system, which operates six locations across Cape Girardeau County and neighboring areas of southeast Missouri: Jackson (main), Altenburg, Benton, Oran, Perryville, and Scott City. The system is led by Director Frankie Lea Hannan at the Jackson location. Jackson, the Cape Girardeau County seat (population approximately 17,000), sits about 100 miles south of St. Louis along Highway 61. The library participates in Missouri Evergreen, giving cardholders access to a statewide shared catalog. The main branch at 1997 E. Jackson Blvd. opens its doors at 8 a.m. on weekdays — an unusually early start time designed to serve early-rising agricultural and working-class communities in the bootheel corridor. Saturday service runs until 4 p.m., offering convenient weekend access throughout Cape Girardeau County.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Main branch of a six-location regional library system spanning Cape Girardeau County and surrounding southeast Missouri communities
- Early weekday opening at 8 a.m. — one of the earliest in the region — serving agricultural and working-community schedules
- Saturday hours extend to 4 p.m., offering substantial weekend service for families across the region
- Member of Missouri Evergreen — one card searches hundreds of Missouri public library collections
- Branch network includes Altenburg, Benton, Oran, Perryville, and Scott City in addition to the Jackson main branch
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Riverside Regional Library cardholders can borrow and research digitally through Missouri Evergreen's statewide resources:
📚 Services
- Six branch locations across Cape Girardeau County and southeast Missouri
- Public computers and internet access
- Interlibrary loan through Missouri Evergreen
- Reference and reader's advisory assistance
- Children's and youth services at branch locations
- Community meeting space
🎸 Programs
- Children's and youth programming
- Summer reading program
- Community events and seasonal programs
- Adult programming at branch locations
📍 Nearby Libraries in Southeast Missouri
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Regional Library, and how many locations does it have?
Riverside Regional Library is a six-branch public library system headquartered in Jackson, the Cape Girardeau County seat. Its branches are in Jackson (main), Altenburg, Benton, Oran, Perryville, and Scott City — covering a wide swath of southeast Missouri. One library card works at all locations.
Why does the Jackson main branch open at 8 a.m.?
The 8 a.m. opening on weekdays is one of the earliest of any public library in the region. It reflects the needs of Cape Girardeau County's agricultural and working communities, allowing early-rising residents to use the library before work or school.
What are the Saturday hours at the Jackson main branch?
The Jackson main branch is open Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Branch hours vary — for example, the Benton branch closes Saturday at noon, while Scott City closes at 1 p.m. Check the library's website for the current schedule at all six locations.
Can I use a Riverside Regional Library card at other Missouri libraries?
Yes. Riverside Regional Library participates in Missouri Evergreen, a statewide consortium linking hundreds of public libraries through one shared catalog. Your card lets you search the full Evergreen catalog online and borrow items from member libraries across Missouri.
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✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in September 2026.