Turtle Lake Public Library
🏢 McLean-Mercer Regional Library · Turtle Lake, North Dakota
Turtle Lake Public Library
The Turtle Lake Public Library holds 9,185 volumes in a town of 581 people in McLean County, open three days a week including Tuesday evenings. Affiliated with the McLean-Mercer Regional Library and the Central Dakota Library Network, it connects a small prairie community to a wide network of shared resources, from physical interlibrary loan to OverDrive ebooks.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10am–5pm |
| Tuesday | 10am–6pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 10am–5pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 107 Eggert Street, Turtle Lake, ND 58575
Phone: (701) 448-9170
Website: turtlelakendlibrary.com
Plus Code: 85VXG4C5+MG (Turtle Lake, ND)
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📖 About Turtle Lake Public Library
Turtle Lake is a small agricultural community of about 580 people in McLean County, central North Dakota, situated about 50 miles northwest of Bismarck. The Turtle Lake Public Library at 107 Eggert Street serves a remarkably rural population — one of the smallest library service areas in the state — holding 9,185 volumes and circulating more than 5,000 items per year. The library is affiliated with the McLean-Mercer Regional Library and participates in the Central Dakota Library Network, which gives patrons access to a shared automation system and interlibrary loan across a consortium of central North Dakota libraries. The collection includes contemporary fiction, nonfiction, children's and young adult titles, and seasonal craft kit lending. Monthly author spotlights, seasonal observances and children's programming are organized year-round. For digital access, patrons use OverDrive's Libby for ebooks and audiobooks through the ND Library 2 Go consortium, and the ODIN statewide database network for research. The library catalog is searchable at cdak.ipac.sirsidynix.net.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Serves a community of 581 residents with 9,185 volumes — one of the most dedicated small-town libraries in McLean County
- Circulates over 5,000 items per year to a rural service population that includes surrounding farm and ranch households
- Affiliated with the McLean-Mercer Regional Library and the Central Dakota Library Network for shared resources and interlibrary loan
- Tuesday hours extended to 6 p.m. to accommodate working patrons and after-school visits
- Monthly themed programming including author spotlights, craft kits, and children's activities
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Turtle Lake cardholders can borrow, stream and research free through North Dakota's statewide digital services:
📚 Services
- Circulating books and physical media (9,185 volumes)
- Craft kit lending
- ODIN statewide electronic database access
- Interlibrary loan through the Central Dakota Library Network
- Online catalog access at cdak.ipac.sirsidynix.net
- OverDrive ebooks and audiobooks (ND Library 2 Go)
🎸 Programs
- Monthly author spotlights and themed reading features
- Children's programming and craft activities
- Seasonal observances and community events
- Annual book sale
📍 Nearby Libraries in Central North Dakota
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What days and hours is the Turtle Lake Public Library open?
The library is open Monday 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Tuesday 10 a.m.–6 p.m., and Thursday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. It is closed Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
What is the McLean-Mercer Regional Library affiliation?
The Turtle Lake Public Library is a member of the McLean-Mercer Regional Library and participates in the Central Dakota Library Network, a consortium of central North Dakota public libraries. This gives patrons access to a shared catalog, interlibrary loan, and expanded borrowing across member libraries.
Can I get ebooks with a Turtle Lake library card?
Yes. Turtle Lake cardholders can borrow ebooks and audiobooks through ND Library 2 Go, North Dakota's statewide OverDrive/Libby consortium. Research databases are also available through ODIN. The library's physical catalog is searchable online at the SirsiDynix portal.
How many books does the Turtle Lake Public Library hold, and who uses it?
The library holds 9,185 volumes and circulates more than 5,000 items annually, serving a population of about 581 Turtle Lake residents along with surrounding rural McLean County households. Despite its small size, it offers interlibrary loan access to materials from libraries across North Dakota and beyond.
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✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in September 2026.