H. Grady Bradshaw Chambers County Library
🏢 Chambers County Library & Cobb Memorial Archives · Valley, Alabama
H. Grady Bradshaw Chambers County Library
The H. Grady Bradshaw Chambers County Library anchors Valley with a broad collection and the on-site Cobb Memorial Archives — one of the few county libraries in Alabama to house a dedicated local-history archive under the same roof.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10am–6pm |
| Tuesday | 10am–6pm |
| Wednesday | 10am–6pm |
| Thursday | 10am–6pm |
| Friday | 10am–6pm |
| Saturday | 10am–1pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 3419 20TH AVENUE, VALLEY, AL 36854
Phone: +1334-768-2161
Website: chamberscountylibrary.org
Plus Code: 864PRRQC+6X (VALLEY, AL)
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📖 About H. Grady Bradshaw Chambers County Library
Opened in 1976 and named for longtime Chambers County civic leader H. Grady Bradshaw, this library serves Valley, Lanett, LaFayette, and neighboring West Point, Georgia. The Cobb Memorial Archives, opened the same year and named in memory of George S. and Edna L. Cobb, collects photographs, newspapers, deeds, and historical records covering Chambers County and West Point — making the building a destination for genealogists across two states. The library provides free Libby eBooks and audiobooks, streaming media, online tutoring, and full access to the Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) databases. Community programs run year-round for children, teens, and adults, including summer reading challenges and Night Out at the Library events.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Cobb Memorial Archives on-site — local history and genealogy for Chambers County, AL and West Point, GA, open Tue–Thu 1–6pm
- Six-day service week: Mon–Fri 10am–6pm, Sat 10am–1pm (Eastern Time)
- Free Libby app access — borrow eBooks, audiobooks, and digital magazines with your library card
- Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) — statewide databases including newspapers, legal forms, health info, and test prep
- Year-round programs for all ages: summer reading, children's storytimes, teen events, and adult programs
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Every Chambers County cardholder can access these free digital resources:
📚 Services
- Cobb Memorial Archives & genealogy research room
- Public computers and free Wi-Fi
- Libby / OverDrive eBooks and audiobooks
- Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) research databases
- Online tutoring resources
- Streaming media access
- Photocopier and printer
- Community meeting space
🎸 Programs
- Summer Reading Program (children, teens, and adults)
- Children's storytimes
- Teen programs and events
- Adult reading challenges
- Night Out at the Library community events
📍 Nearby Libraries in East Alabama
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cobb Memorial Archives and who can use it?
The Cobb Memorial Archives collects and preserves records, photographs, newspapers, and historical documents covering Chambers County, Alabama and West Point, Georgia. Named in memory of George S. and Edna L. Cobb, the archives opened in 1976 alongside the library. Any member of the public is welcome to use the archives for genealogy or local-history research; archive hours are Tuesday through Thursday, 1–6pm. The archives are located inside the H. Grady Bradshaw Chambers County Library at 3419 20th Avenue.
How do I get a free library card at the H. Grady Bradshaw Library?
Bring a valid photo ID and proof of your current address to the circulation desk. Cards are issued free of charge to Chambers County residents. Alabama residents who pay property taxes in the county also qualify. Stop by during regular hours — Mon–Fri 10am–6pm or Sat 10am–1pm.
Can I access eBooks and research databases from home?
Yes. Cardholders can borrow eBooks and audiobooks for free through the Libby app using their library card number. All Alabama residents — even without a library card — have free access to the Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) at avl.lib.al.us, which provides newspapers, academic journals, legal forms, health databases, and test-prep tools.
Does the library serve residents of Georgia as well?
The H. Grady Bradshaw Chambers County Library serves the communities of Valley, Lanett, LaFayette, and the surrounding Chambers County area, including residents near the Alabama–Georgia border such as West Point, GA. The Cobb Memorial Archives specifically covers both Chambers County, AL and West Point, GA history. Contact the library at (334) 768-2161 for details on borrowing privileges for Georgia residents.
📜 This library has genealogy & local-history resources. See how library family-history research works and find other libraries with genealogy collections genealogy libraries by state.
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📅 This library has meeting & community rooms. See how library meeting rooms work — booking, policies and fees — and find other libraries with meeting or community rooms meeting rooms by state.
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