Beaver Public Library
🏢 Beaver City · Beaver, Utah
Beaver Public Library
At the crossroads of Interstate 15 and Highway 21 in Beaver County, the Beaver Public Library at 55 W Center Street is the cultural anchor of one of Utah's most historic frontier towns — the birthplace of Philo T. Farnsworth, inventor of electronic television. Open Monday through Thursday and Saturday mornings, the library gives residents and I-15 travelers a quiet stop with free Wi-Fi, digital resources and a welcoming community atmosphere.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10am–6pm |
| Tuesday | 11am–6pm |
| Wednesday | 11am–6pm |
| Thursday | 11am–6pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 11am–3pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 55 W Center Street, Beaver, UT 84713
Phone: (435) 438-5274
Website: beaverutah.net
Plus Code: 85C979F5+H4 (Beaver, UT)
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📖 About Beaver Public Library
The Beaver Public Library is the public library for Beaver City, the county seat of Beaver County in south-central Utah. Situated at 55 W Center Street in the heart of the historic downtown, the library serves a small but proud mountain community ringed by the Tushar Mountains and Fishlake National Forest. Beaver itself is best known as the birthplace of Philo T. Farnsworth, widely credited as the inventor of electronic television, and as a gateway to outdoor recreation along the Beaver River. The library is administered by Beaver City and governed by the Beaver Library Board of Trustees, which meets quarterly. Its online catalog runs on the Auto-Graphics Verso system, and cardholders can tap into Utah's statewide Pioneer digital library for e-books, databases and research tools. The library's Facebook page (@readtometoo) hosts community updates, and children's services are coordinated by a dedicated staff member. Library director Jodi Robinson and assistant director Leah McManus lead a team committed to serving Beaver County's roughly 7,000 residents.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Located in Beaver — the birthplace of Philo T. Farnsworth, inventor of electronic television — and a gateway to Fishlake National Forest and the Tushar Mountains
- Governed by the Beaver Library Board of Trustees, which meets quarterly and posts notices through Utah's Open and Public Meetings system
- Statewide Pioneer (Utah's Online Library) access gives cardholders free e-books, databases and research tools
- Dedicated Children's Services coordinator (Addie Draper) supporting youth programming and early literacy
- Saturday morning hours (11am–3pm) make the library accessible for working families and weekend visitors
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Beaver cardholders can borrow, stream and research free through Utah's statewide digital collections:
📚 Services
- Books, audiobooks, DVDs and magazines
- Pioneer (Utah's Online Library) statewide digital resources
- Public computers and free Wi-Fi
- Children's services and early literacy programs
- Interlibrary loan through the Utah State Library network
- Reference and reader's advisory assistance
🎸 Programs
- Children's storytimes and youth programming coordinated by Children's Services
- Summer reading program for children and teens
- Community events and library board public meetings (quarterly)
📍 Nearby Libraries in South-Central Utah
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is Beaver, Utah really the birthplace of the inventor of television?
Yes. Philo T. Farnsworth, widely credited as the inventor of electronic television, was born in Beaver, Utah on August 19, 1906. The Beaver Public Library serves a community that takes pride in this connection — a fitting place to pursue knowledge and learning.
What are the Beaver Public Library's hours?
The library is open Monday 10 a.m.–6 p.m. and Tuesday through Thursday 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Saturday hours are 11 a.m.–3 p.m. The library is closed Friday and Sunday. Hours are confirmed by the Utah State Library Division directory.
What digital resources can I access with a Beaver library card?
Cardholders get free access to Pioneer, Utah's statewide online library, which includes e-books, academic databases, magazines, newspapers and genealogy tools. Libby/OverDrive is also available for downloadable e-books and audiobooks. Both services are accessible 24/7 from any device.
How do I get a library card at the Beaver Public Library?
Contact the library at (435) 438-5274 or visit during open hours at 55 W Center Street, Beaver, UT 84713. Library director Jodi Robinson and staff can help with card registration. Cards give access to the physical collection, the Auto-Graphics Verso catalog for holds and the statewide Pioneer digital library.
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✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in September 2026.