Nancy Fawcett Memorial Library
🏢 Western Library System · Lodgepole, Nebraska
Nancy Fawcett Memorial Library
The Nancy Fawcett Memorial Library is Lodgepole's community anchor in Cheyenne County, housed at 724 Oberfelder Street in the heart of this small Panhandle village. With a collection of more than 4,300 titles and two public computers with wireless access, the library serves a population of roughly 300 residents and welcomes drop-ins Monday through Thursday afternoons and Saturday mornings.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 1pm–5pm |
| Tuesday | 1pm–5pm |
| Wednesday | 1pm–5pm |
| Thursday | 1pm–5pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10am–12pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 724 Oberfelder Street, Lodgepole, NE 69149
Phone: (308) 483-5714
Website: libs.ne.gov
Plus Code: 85HV49X7+VF (Lodgepole, NE)
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📖 About Nancy Fawcett Memorial Library
The Nancy Fawcett Memorial Library serves Lodgepole and the surrounding Cheyenne County community as part of the Western Library System, Nebraska's cooperative network for rural libraries across the Panhandle and High Plains. The library holds over 4,300 volumes and circulates nearly 1,700 items per year — an impressive figure for a town of around 300 people — reflecting how central the branch is to local life. Patrons have access to two public internet computers and free Wi-Fi, plus newspapers on microfilm, copying, and fax services. Through the Nebraska Library Commission's NebraskAccess program, every cardholder can reach statewide databases — covering genealogy, health, legal topics, academic journals, and K–12 resources — at no cost. The library also connects to Libby for free e-books, e-audiobooks, and digital magazines. The Friends group meets on the last Monday of the month (10 AM) to support collections and programming for the town.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Part of the Western Library System, connecting Cheyenne County residents to regional resources and interlibrary loan across western Nebraska
- Holds more than 4,300 volumes and circulates nearly 1,700 items per year — a high per-capita rate for a town of approximately 300 people
- Sidney and Lodgepole newspaper archives preserved on microfilm for local history and genealogy research
- Free NebraskAccess databases covering genealogy, health, legal, small-business, and K–12 resources for all Nebraska residents
- Free Libby app access for e-books, audiobooks, and digital magazines — no waitlist for many titles
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Lodgepole cardholders unlock Nebraska's statewide digital collections at no extra cost:
📚 Services
- Public internet computers (2) and free wireless access
- Sidney & Lodgepole newspaper archives on microfilm
- Copying, printing, and fax services
- Interlibrary loan through the Western Library System
- Libby / OverDrive e-books and audiobooks
- NebraskAccess statewide databases
- Talking Book service for patrons with visual or physical disabilities
🎸 Programs
- Friends of the Library meetings (last Monday of the month, 10 AM)
- Summer reading activities
- Community events and storytimes
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Nancy Fawcett, and why is the library named after her?
The library is named in honor of Nancy Fawcett, a community member whose legacy the village of Lodgepole chose to recognize through this public institution. The memorial name reflects the gratitude of the local community for her contributions to Lodgepole and Cheyenne County.
What are the library's current hours?
The Nancy Fawcett Memorial Library is open Monday through Thursday from 1 PM to 5 PM, and Saturday from 10 AM to 12 PM. It is closed Friday and Sunday. Winter hours follow the same schedule.
Can I access digital resources if I live in Lodgepole?
Yes. With a library card you can use Libby to borrow free e-books, audiobooks, and magazines. Every Nebraska resident also has free access to NebraskAccess databases, which include genealogy records, health and legal references, full-text magazine articles, and K–12 study tools.
Does the library have local newspaper archives?
Yes. The library holds the Sidney and Lodgepole newspapers on microfilm, making it a useful stop for anyone researching Cheyenne County history or local family genealogy.
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