MCHS Elaine Junkin Community Library

🏢 Marion County Board of Education · Guin, Alabama

MCHS Elaine Junkin Community Library

Guin's MCHS Elaine Junkin Community Library sits on the Marion County High School campus, uniting a school media center and a public branch under one roof — giving residents access to 20,900+ volumes, public computers, and statewide eResources right in the heart of northwest Alabama.

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🕑 Library Hours

Monday 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.

📍 Location, Contact & Directions

Address: 8115 U.S. HIGHWAY 43, GUIN, AL 35563

Phone: +1 205-468-2544

Website: guinal.org

Plus Code: 865JX3CM+HM (GUIN, AL)

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📖 About MCHS Elaine Junkin Community Library

The MCHS Elaine Junkin Community Library is a rare joint school-and-city library, operated collaboratively by the Marion County Board of Education and the City of Guin. Housed at Marion County High School on US Highway 43, the library serves both students and the general public, combining resources that neither institution could sustain alone. The collection spans over 20,900 volumes, and the public computer lab offers free internet access to residents who do not have it at home. Named in honor of Elaine Junkin, a dedicated local educator who championed reading and community access to information, the library reflects her belief that learning never stops at the schoolhouse door. Marion County has offered public library service through this partnership model since the school campus became a community anchor, making Guin's library one of the more distinctive shared-access branches in northwest Alabama.

⭐ What makes this library special

  • Joint school-and-city library model — one of few in Alabama — combining school media resources with a full public branch
  • 20,900+ volume collection covering fiction, nonfiction, children's and reference materials
  • Free public computer lab with internet access open to all community members during library hours
  • Access to Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) — statewide databases, eBooks, and digital magazines at no cost
  • Convenient location on US-43 corridor serving Guin, Marion County communities

📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card

Your library card unlocks Alabama's statewide digital library and online catalog free of charge.

&📚 Alabama Virtual Library (AVL)Free 24/7 access to databases, eBooks, and research tools for all Alabama residents — no login needed inside Alabama. Visit avl.lib.al.us.

📚 Services

  • Free public computer & internet access
  • Public library card (free to Marion County residents)
  • Checkout of books, audiobooks & DVDs
  • Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) digital resources
  • Interlibrary loan

🎸 Programs

  • Summer Reading Program
  • After-school reading support
  • Community computer literacy access

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Guin community library open to the public even though it is on a school campus?

Yes. The MCHS Elaine Junkin Community Library is operated as a joint school-and-city branch, meaning it is open to all Guin residents and the general public during its posted hours — not just to students or staff at Marion County High School.

What are the library's Saturday hours?

The library is open Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM (noon). It is closed on Sundays.

Can I use the computers if I am not a library card holder?

Yes. The public computer lab is available to community members during open hours. To check out physical materials or access certain digital resources, a free library card is required — ask staff for a Marion County resident card application.

What is the Alabama Virtual Library and how do I access it from home?

The Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) at avl.lib.al.us provides free 24/7 access to research databases, eBooks, and digital magazines to every Alabama resident. Inside Alabama, most resources auto-authenticate by location; some databases may ask for your library card number when accessed from home.

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✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in September 2026.

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