East Morgan County Library
🏢 East Morgan County Library District · BRUSH, Colorado
East Morgan County Library
Built on a 1915 Carnegie grant and transformed into an independent library district in 1981, East Morgan County Library anchors the cultural life of Brush — the high-plains town whose Beetdigger mascot and annual rodeo define its ranching heart.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9am–8pm |
| Tuesday | 9am–8pm |
| Wednesday | 9am–8pm |
| Thursday | 9am–8pm |
| Friday | 10am–5pm |
| Saturday | 10am–5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 500 CLAYTON STREET, BRUSH, CO 80723
Phone: +1970-842-4596
Website: emcld.org
Plus Code: 85GR795G+GM (BRUSH, CO)
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📖 About East Morgan County Library
The library's story begins in 1915 when Andrew Carnegie granted the City of Brush $6,000 to construct a dedicated facility, establishing one of the smallest Carnegie libraries on the eastern Colorado plains. For decades it operated as a municipal branch with limited hours. In 1981, community members voted to create the East Morgan County Library District — supported by a 1.5-mil property-tax levy — giving the library financial independence and a mandate to serve the broader region. A major expansion broke ground in October 1983 and was dedicated on November 18, 1984, more than doubling the building's footprint and enabling extended evening hours. Today the district serves Brush and surrounding East Morgan County communities with in-person collections, a robust digital catalog, home delivery, and youth-to-adult programming rooted in the agricultural rhythms of the Fort Morgan micropolitan area.
⭐ What makes this library special
- 1915 Carnegie grant library — one of the few original Carnegie-funded buildings still in public library use on the eastern Colorado plains
- Became an independent library district in 1981 through a community-supported property-tax vote
- Major building expansion dedicated November 1984, doubling the original Carnegie footprint
- Trevor's Sandbox — reservable community space for collaborative projects and group study
- Home delivery service for patrons who cannot visit in person
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Your East Morgan County library card unlocks streaming and digital content around the clock:
📚 Services
- Computer access & free Wi-Fi
- Home delivery (for patrons unable to visit in person)
- Meeting room reservations
- Trevor's Sandbox (community project space, reservable)
- Interlibrary loan
- Online printing via Princh and PrinterOn
- Research assistance
- Self-directed learning resources (Teach Yourself collection)
🎸 Programs
- Early literacy & story time for children
- Children's programs (seasonal & after-school)
- Teen programs
- Adult programs including book clubs and workshops
- Annual Reading Challenge open to all ages
📍 Nearby Libraries in Northeast Colorado
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the public entrance to East Morgan County Library?
The library is located at 500 Clayton Street in Brush, CO 80723. The parking lot and public entrance face south toward Emerson Street — enter from the south side of the building rather than the Clayton Street side.
Does East Morgan County Library offer home delivery?
Yes. The library operates a home delivery service for patrons who are unable to visit in person due to mobility, health, or transportation challenges. Contact the library at (970) 842-4596 or visit emcld.org to learn how to enroll.
What digital streaming services are included with my EMCLD library card?
Your free library card includes access to hoopla (movies, TV, music, comics, and audiobooks — no waitlists), Kanopy (streaming films and documentaries), OverDrive/Libby through the Colorado Digital Consortium (eBooks and eAudiobooks), and a Kids Digital Collection. All are available 24/7 from any device.
Can I reserve the Trevor's Sandbox space at the library?
Yes — Trevor's Sandbox is a community project and collaboration space that can be reserved for meetings or group activities. Contact East Morgan County Library at (970) 842-4596 or check the reservations section at emcld.org for availability and booking details.
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