Robertsdale Public Library
🏢 Baldwin County Library Cooperative · Robertsdale, Alabama
Robertsdale Public Library
Opened in 1992, the Robertsdale Public Library serves as the central branch of the Baldwin County Library Cooperative — a network of 13 public libraries sharing one catalog — and gives residents access to more than 500,000 items across the county's collections.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9am–5:30pm |
| Tuesday | 9am–5:30pm |
| Wednesday | 9am–5:30pm |
| Thursday | 9am–5:30pm |
| Friday | 9am–5:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 18301 Pennsylvania Street, Robertsdale, AL 36567
Phone: (251) 947-8960
Website: robertsdale.org
Plus Code: 862JH72M+77 (Robertsdale, AL)
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📖 About Robertsdale Public Library
The Robertsdale Public Library opened in 1992 in the heart of Robertsdale, the county seat of Baldwin County, Alabama. It is a member of the Baldwin County Library Cooperative, a network of 13 public libraries stretching from Bay Minette to Gulf Shores that share a single unified catalog at baldwincat.org. The library features 11 internet terminals and computerized circulation systems, and a free library card — available to all residents of Baldwin County — is also valid at every other cooperative branch. Through Alabama Virtual Library (AVL), every card holder gains 24/7 access to a suite of premium research databases funded by the state's Education Trust Fund, including databases for K–12 students, adults and genealogists, all at no cost.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Opened 1992 as the central branch for Baldwin County, the county seat library in Robertsdale
- Member of the Baldwin County Library Cooperative — 13 branches, one shared catalog at baldwincat.org
- Access to more than 500,000 materials across the cooperative's 13 member libraries with a single card
- 11 internet terminals plus computerized circulation for easy account management
- Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) — free 24/7 access to premium research databases for all Alabama residents
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Robertsdale cardholders can read, research and stream free through Baldwin County and Alabama's statewide digital collections:
📚 Services
- Free library card valid at all 13 Baldwin County Library Cooperative branches
- 11 internet terminals with public computer access
- Access to 500,000+ items via the Baldwin County cooperative catalog
- Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) — free research databases 24/7
- Books, audiovisual materials, periodicals and reference collections
- Free Wi-Fi
- Printing and copying services
🎸 Programs
- Children's and youth programming
- Summer reading program for all ages
- Community events and library programming throughout the year
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Baldwin County Library Cooperative?
The Baldwin County Library Cooperative is a network of 13 public libraries across Baldwin County that share a single unified catalog at baldwincat.org. A free library card obtained at any one branch — including Robertsdale — is valid at all member libraries, and gives access to more than 500,000 items across the system.
What is Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) and how do I use it?
Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) is the state's premier online information portal, providing all Alabama residents free 24/7 access to databases for K–12 students, college students and adults, including encyclopedias, magazines, newspapers and genealogy resources. It is funded by Alabama's Education Trust Fund and is available at avl.lib.al.us — no library card required, only proof of Alabama residency.
Is the Robertsdale Public Library open on weekends?
No — the library is open Monday through Friday, 9am to 5:30pm. It is closed on Saturday and Sunday. For visits outside those hours, the Baldwin County Library Cooperative includes branches with varying schedules; check baldwincat.org for the full directory.
How do I get a library card at Robertsdale Public Library?
Library cards are free to all Baldwin County residents. Visit the library at 18301 Pennsylvania Street, Robertsdale, during regular hours (Monday–Friday, 9am–5:30pm) and bring a photo ID. A $1 replacement fee applies if your card is lost.
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