Highland Beach Library
🏢 Town of Highland Beach · Highland Beach, Florida
Highland Beach Library
The Highland Beach Library serves this intimate barrier-island town of just 3,800 residents from its address on South Ocean Boulevard — a municipal library where every resident of Palm Beach County can obtain a free card and connect to Florida's statewide digital resources.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10am–8pm |
| Tuesday | 10am–8pm |
| Wednesday | 10am–8pm |
| Thursday | 10am–8pm |
| Friday | 10am–4:30pm |
| Saturday | 9am–1pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 3618 S. OCEAN BLVD., HIGHLAND BEACH, FL 33487
Phone: +1561-278-5455
Website: highlandbeach.us
Plus Code: 76RXCW5M+V9 (HIGHLAND BEACH, FL)
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📖 About Highland Beach Library
The Highland Beach Library is the public library of Highland Beach, a small incorporated town on the barrier island between the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean in Palm Beach County. Operated as a department of the Town of Highland Beach, the library at 3618 S. Ocean Blvd. provides books, media and digital access to both town residents and Palm Beach County cardholders. Its extended evening hours — open until 8 pm Monday through Thursday — make it convenient for working residents returning from Boca Raton and Delray Beach commutes. The library provides access to the Florida Electronic Library (FEL), the state-funded portal to thousands of databases, eBooks and research tools free to any Florida resident. The single-branch facility reflects Highland Beach's character as a close-knit residential community, offering personalised service alongside the full benefits of Palm Beach County's regional library network.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Municipal library serving one of Florida's smallest incorporated towns — just 3,800 residents on a barrier island in Palm Beach County
- Extended evening hours Mon–Thu until 8 pm for after-work convenience
- Free access to the Florida Electronic Library (FEL) — statewide databases, eBooks and research tools
- Palm Beach County cardholders also welcome — broad regional service area
- Located on South Ocean Boulevard between the Intracoastal and the Atlantic
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Highland Beach Library cardholders can read, research and stream free through Florida's statewide digital platforms:
📚 Services
- Free library cards for Highland Beach residents and Palm Beach County residents
- Books, DVDs and audiobooks for checkout
- Florida Electronic Library (FEL) statewide database access
- Libby / OverDrive eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines
- Public computers, printing, scanning and free Wi-Fi
- Reference and reader's advisory assistance
- Interlibrary loan
🎸 Programs
- Children's storytimes and youth programming
- Adult programs and educational events
- Summer reading program
- Community events for Highland Beach residents
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to live in Highland Beach to get a library card?
No. A free library card is available to any resident of Palm Beach County, not just Highland Beach. Bring a photo ID and proof of your current address when you visit. Out-of-county Florida residents may also ask staff about access options.
What is the Florida Electronic Library, and can I use it from home?
The Florida Electronic Library (FEL) is a state-funded collection of databases, eBooks, newspapers and research tools available at no cost to any Florida resident at fel.us. You can use it from home 24/7 with your Highland Beach Library card or with a PIN tied to your Florida residency.
What are the evening hours at Highland Beach Library?
The library stays open until 8 pm Monday through Thursday — convenient for residents commuting from Boca Raton or Delray Beach. Friday hours are 10 am–4:30 pm, Saturday 9 am–1 pm, and the library is closed on Sundays.
Is there parking at 3618 S. Ocean Blvd.?
The library is inside the Town of Highland Beach municipal complex at 3618 S. Ocean Blvd. Parking is available on site in the municipal lot. For accessibility or special needs, call ahead at 561-278-5455.
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✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.
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