Weller Public Library
🏢 Weller Public Library · Waitsburg, Washington
Weller Public Library
Weller Public Library has served the small wheat-farming town of Waitsburg, Washington since the early twentieth century, named in honor of Fanny Weller — whose bronze likeness sits at the library entrance as an undefeated stare-down champion. Open Wednesday through Saturday, the library provides Walla Walla County's rural easternmost community with free eBooks through the Washington Anytime Library, public computers, local history materials, and community programs including a tabletop RPG club.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 12pm–5pm |
| Thursday | 12pm–5pm |
| Friday | 12pm–5pm |
| Saturday | 9am–2pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 212 Main Street, Waitsburg, WA 99361
Phone: (509) 337-8149
Website: wellerpubliclibrary.com
Plus Code: 85R37RCV+2W (Waitsburg, WA)
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📖 About Weller Public Library
Weller Public Library is the sole public library for Waitsburg, Washington, a city of roughly 1,200 people on the Touchet River in eastern Walla Walla County — surrounded by wheat and wine-grape country between Walla Walla and the Snake River plateau. The library is named after Fanny Weller, an early benefactor whose seated bronze statue greets visitors at the entrance. Governed by a Board of Trustees appointed by the City Council, the library operates as a civic institution supported by the City of Waitsburg and by the Friends of the Library, who raise funds for books, technology, and patron services. The collection spans fiction, non-fiction, children's and young adult literature, large-print books, local interest titles, and historical records. The library also offers Take & Make Art Kits and runs a monthly TTRPG (tabletop role-playing game) group on Thursdays. Digital access is provided through the Washington Anytime Library (Libby / OverDrive) for eBooks and audiobooks.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Named for Fanny Weller, honored by a seated bronze statue at the library entrance
- Sole public library serving Waitsburg, WA — a Walla Walla County farming community of about 1,200 on the Touchet River
- Collection includes local history and historical records alongside current fiction, non-fiction, and children's titles
- Free Take & Make Art Kits and a monthly tabletop RPG (TTRPG) program on Thursdays
- Digital access to eBooks and audiobooks through the Washington Anytime Library (Libby / OverDrive)
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Weller Library cardholders can borrow digital titles and learn online through Washington's statewide resources:
📚 Services
- Free public computers and Wi-Fi
- Washington Anytime Library — eBooks & audiobooks via Libby / OverDrive
- Children's and youth literature collection
- Large-print books
- Local interest and historical records collection
- Take & Make Art Kits
- Board of Trustees community governance; Friends of the Library fundraising and advocacy
🎸 Programs
- Tabletop RPG Club (TTRPG) — Thursdays at 3:30 p.m., including D&D and one-shot scenarios
- Paint an Insect and Bug Habitat creation events (seasonal arts programming)
- Children's programming
- Friends of the Library meetings — last Monday of each month at 7 p.m.
- Library Board of Trustees meetings — second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Fanny Weller, and why is the Waitsburg library named after her?
Fanny Weller was an early benefactor of the Waitsburg community whose generosity and civic spirit led to her name being given to the town's public library. A seated bronze statue in her likeness stands at the library entrance — described by library staff as an 'undefeated stare-down champion' and a welcoming landmark for visitors.
What days and hours is the Weller Public Library open?
The library is open Wednesday through Friday from noon to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. It is closed Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday.
Can I borrow eBooks from the Weller Public Library?
Yes. Weller cardholders can access the Washington Anytime Library through OverDrive / Libby, which provides free eBooks and audiobooks. You can download the Libby app and borrow titles with your Weller library card number.
Does the Weller Public Library offer any community programs?
Yes. The library hosts a Tabletop RPG Club (including D&D and one-shot scenarios) on Thursdays at 3:30 p.m., seasonal art programs like 'Paint an Insect,' and ongoing children's programming. The Friends of the Library meets on the last Monday of each month at 7 p.m. and the Board of Trustees meets on the second Tuesday at 6 p.m.
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