Brooks County Public Library
🏢 South Georgia Regional Library — Quitman, GA
Brooks County Public Library
Founded on January 31, 1880, the Brooks County Public Library in Quitman is one of the oldest public library systems in Georgia, and it remains the county's hub for reading, research and PINES statewide lending.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9am–6pm |
| Tuesday | 9am–8pm |
| Wednesday | 9am–6pm |
| Thursday | 9am–6pm |
| Friday | 9am–3pm |
| Saturday | 9am–3pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays.
📍 Location & Contact
Address: 404 Barwick Road, Quitman, GA 31643
Phone: 229-263-4412
Website: brooks.public.lib.ga.us
📖 About Brooks County Public Library
The library traces its roots to 1880 and once operated on the second floor of a downtown building that now houses law offices. Its longtime home was a 1933 structure built with a $5,000 WPA grant, notable enough that the American Library Association featured it in its 1939 volume 'Small Library Buildings.' In November 1993 the library moved to its current location on Barwick Road, where it continues to serve Brooks County residents as part of the Valdosta-based South Georgia Regional Library.
⭐ What makes this branch special
- One of Georgia's oldest public libraries, established in 1880
- Member of Georgia PINES for statewide borrowing and a single library card
- Historic 1933 WPA-era building was featured in ALA's 1939 'Small Library Buildings'
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How late is the Brooks County Public Library open on weeknights?
The library stays open until 8:00 p.m. on Tuesdays. On Monday, Wednesday and Thursday it closes at 6:00 p.m., and on Friday and Saturday it closes at 3:00 p.m.
Is the library open on weekends?
Yes, it is open Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. It is closed on Sundays.
Can I use a library card from another Georgia library here?
Yes. The Brooks County Public Library is part of the Georgia PINES network, so a PINES card issued by any member library works here and lets you request materials from libraries across the state.
