Odenville Public Library
🏢 Alabama Public Library Service · Odenville, Alabama
Odenville Public Library
Established in 1960 as a municipal library, Odenville Public Library has grown from a small community reading room into a digital-age resource center serving St. Clair County's fastest-growing city — with over 18,000 circulating items and access to 75,000+ downloadable titles.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 200 ALABAMA STREET, ODENVILLE, AL 35120
Phone: +1 205-629-5901
Website: odenlib.org
Plus Code: 865MMJJ3+HC (ODENVILLE, AL)
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📖 About Odenville Public Library
Odenville Public Library opened in 1960 to serve what was then a small rural community of fewer than 200 residents in St. Clair County. As Odenville grew from 1,131 people in 2000 to nearly 6,000 by 2025, the library expanded its digital offerings to match — today providing the full Alabama Virtual Library suite, Ancestry Library Edition for genealogy, and the Chilton automotive repair database alongside its print collection. The library shares its Alabama Street block with the adjacent Fortson Museum & Archives, making the site a dual hub for local history and current learning. Staffed by a dedicated municipal team and supported by the Alabama Public Library Service (APLS), it offers free public computer access and a free library card to every resident.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Over 18,000 circulating items plus 75,000+ downloadable titles through the online catalog
- Adjacent to the Fortson Museum & Archives — a unique dual culture-and-library campus
- Extended Thursday hours (until 5:30 PM) for working residents
- Ancestry Library Edition and Heritage Quest available in-house for genealogy research
- Free access to Alabama Virtual Library databases, Homework Alabama, and Career Alabama for all cardholders
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Your library card unlocks a full suite of free digital tools — from eBooks to career prep:
📚 Services
- Free public computers and Wi-Fi
- Online catalog with 24/7 item renewal
- Downloadable eBooks and audiobooks
- Genealogy and local history research assistance
- DMV practice test resources
🎸 Programs
- Children's Storytime
- Educational programs and special events for all ages
- Reading challenges for youth
📍 Nearby Libraries in St. Clair & Shelby Counties
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Odenville Public Library's hours?
The library is open Monday through Wednesday 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, Thursday 8:00 AM–5:30 PM, and Friday 8:00 AM–2:00 PM. It is closed Saturday and Sunday.
What is the Fortson Museum next to the library?
The Fortson Museum & Archives is located adjacent to the Odenville Public Library on Alabama Street. It is a local history museum that preserves artifacts from Odenville's past, including a historic school bell from early settler Jim Hardin's schoolhouse. The museum and library form a combined civic campus.
Can I access genealogy databases at the Odenville Public Library?
Yes. The library provides free in-house access to Ancestry Library Edition and Heritage Quest, two of the most comprehensive genealogy database platforms available. No personal subscription is required — just visit with your library card.
Does the Odenville Public Library offer digital downloads?
Yes. Through the APLS statewide network, cardholders can download over 75,000 digital items including eBooks, audiobooks, and digital magazines. The Alabama Virtual Library also provides free access to academic databases and research tools for all Alabama residents.
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