Winslow Public Library
🏢 Navajo County Library District · Winslow, Arizona
Winslow Public Library
The Winslow Public Library anchors the cultural life of a Route 66 town made famous worldwide by the Eagles' 1972 song — a city that greets visitors at Standin' on the Corner Park and draws them back to the restored 1930 La Posada Hotel, a Mary Colter masterpiece. As part of the Navajo County Library District, the library at 617 W 2nd Street gives residents free access to digital collections and the full 14-branch district catalog.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9:30am–5:30pm |
| Tuesday | 9:30am–5:30pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30am–5:30pm |
| Thursday | 9:30am–5:30pm |
| Friday | 9:30am–12:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 617 W 2nd St, WINSLOW, AZ 86047
Phone: +1928-289-4982
Website: winslowaz.gov
Plus Code: 857F28M2+CG (WINSLOW, AZ)
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📖 About Winslow Public Library
Winslow was incorporated in 1900 as a Santa Fe Railway hub, and its downtown still reflects that railroad heritage. The La Posada Hotel, designed by architect Mary Colter and opened in 1930, closed in 1957 but was carefully restored in the 1990s and stands as one of the great Harvey House hotels of the Southwest. The city's Route 66 identity was cemented when the Eagles referenced Winslow in their 1972 recording, and Standin' on the Corner Park became a brick-and-mortar tribute that draws visitors year-round. The Winslow Public Library at 617 W 2nd Street serves a city of about 9,000 — a regional center in Navajo County that also hosts a Northland Pioneer College campus and an active Amtrak stop. As a Navajo County Library District member, cardholders access the shared Discover catalog, Libby eBooks and hoopla digital content. Friday hours are a half-day (closing at 12:30pm), making Monday through Thursday the best days for full-service visits.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Serves Winslow — the Route 66 city made famous by the Eagles' 1972 song and home to Standin' on the Corner Park and the historic La Posada Hotel
- The La Posada, designed by Mary Colter and opened in 1930, is one of the last surviving Harvey House hotels — restored in the 1990s and still operating
- Member of the Navajo County Library District, connecting cardholders to all 14 district branches and the shared Discover catalog
- Free Libby/OverDrive eBooks, audiobooks and hoopla digital content for all cardholders
- Winslow retains Amtrak service (Southwest Chief) — one of a handful of small Arizona cities still on the national passenger rail network
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Winslow cardholders can read, listen and stream free through the Navajo County Library District's digital collections:
📚 Services
- Physical book, audiobook, DVD and magazine lending
- Public computers and free Wi-Fi
- Interlibrary loan through the Navajo County Library District
- Libby/OverDrive and hoopla digital borrowing
- Reference and readers' advisory assistance
- Library card — free for all Navajo County residents
🎸 Programs
- Summer reading program for children and teens
- Youth story time and children's programming
- Community programs and seasonal events
- Navajo County Library District shared programming
📍 Nearby Libraries in Navajo County & the White Mountains
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the connection between Winslow, Arizona and the Eagles?
The Eagles' 1972 recording 'Take It Easy' includes the line 'standing on a corner in Winslow, Arizona,' written by Jackson Browne and Glenn Frey. The city later built Standin' on the Corner Park downtown, featuring a mural of the song's imagery, and it has become one of Route 66's most photographed stops.
What are the Winslow Public Library's hours?
The library is open Monday through Thursday 9:30am–5:30pm and Friday 9:30am–12:30pm. It is closed Saturday and Sunday. Friday is a half-day, so full-service visits are best Monday through Thursday.
Is the Winslow library part of a larger library system?
Yes — the Winslow Public Library is a member of the Navajo County Library District, which connects 14 branches across the county. Your card is valid at all branches, and the shared catalog is at nclddiscover.na4.iiivega.com.
What is La Posada and is it near the library?
La Posada Hotel at 303 E 2nd Street is a historic 1930 Harvey House designed by architect Mary Colter for the Santa Fe Railway. It closed in 1957, was restored in the 1990s, and is now fully operating. The library at 617 W 2nd Street is about half a mile west on the same street.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in September 2026.
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