Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library
🏢 Northwest Georgia Regional Library System · DALTON, Georgia
Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library
The flagship branch of the Northwest Georgia Regional Library System, Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library opened in 1924 at "The Robin's Nest" in the city that carpet-tufting pioneer Catherine Evans Whitener transformed into the Carpet Capital of the World.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10am–7pm |
| Tuesday | 10am–7pm |
| Wednesday | 10am–7pm |
| Thursday | 10am–7pm |
| Friday | 10am–5pm |
| Saturday | 10am–1:30pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 310 CAPPES STREET, DALTON, GA 30720
Phone: +1706-876-1360
Website: ngrl.org
Plus Code: 866QQ2GC+6P (DALTON, GA)
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📖 About Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library
Dalton, Georgia (pop. 34,417) earned its nickname "Carpet Capital of the World" when teenager Catherine Evans Whitener created a hand-tufted bedspread as a wedding gift in 1895, eventually sparking an industry that today produces more than 90% of the world's functional carpet within 65 miles of the city. The public library was opened in 1924 with a collection of just 400 books donated by the Senior Dalton Woman's Club, housed initially in Robert Loveman's residence known as "The Robin's Nest." In 1948 the collection relocated to the W.C. Martin House, and the current building at 310 Cappes Street was constructed in 1982. The library serves as the headquarters branch of the Northwest Georgia Regional Library System, established in 1945 when Dalton and Ringgold first pooled resources for state aid; Gordon County joined in 1957 and Murray County in 1958. The system joined Georgia's PINES statewide catalog network in 2010, opening access to nearly 300 library collections across the state.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Founded 1924 by the Senior Dalton Woman's Club — originated in "The Robin's Nest," Robert Loveman's historic residence
- Headquarters of the Northwest Georgia Regional Library System, established 1945 serving three counties
- 3D printing available with a LulzBot TAZ 6 printer ($0.20/gram) — one of northwest Georgia's few public 3D printers
- Notary services on site for $2.00 per notarization
- Joined Georgia PINES statewide catalog in 2010 — access to nearly 300 library collections statewide
- Family passes to Atlanta cultural venues including the Alliance Theatre and Atlanta History Center
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Your Dalton-Whitfield library card unlocks GALILEO and Georgia's statewide digital resources:
📚 Services
- 3D printing — LulzBot TAZ 6 ($0.20/gram)
- Notary services ($2.00 per notarization)
- Study & tutoring rooms (1–2 people)
- Meeting rooms
- Computer access (Windows PCs & Chromebooks)
- Wi-Fi hotspot lending
- Chromebook lending
- Copy, print, fax & scan
- Test proctoring ($25/test)
- GALILEO database access
- Interlibrary loan via PINES (statewide)
🎸 Programs
- Summer Reading Program for all ages
- Children's & youth programming
- Adult fitness programming (Stretchband Workout)
- Board game & card game events
- Educational workshops (eBay basics & more)
- Voter registration assistance
📍 Nearby Libraries in Northwest Georgia
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library offer 3D printing?
Yes — the library has a LulzBot TAZ 6 3D printer available to the public at a cost of $0.20 per gram of material used. Contact the library at (706) 876-1360 or visit ngrl.org/services for details on submitting a print job and acceptable file formats.
Is notary service available at the Dalton library?
Yes. Notary services are available at Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library for $2.00 per notarization. No appointment is required; staff availability may vary, so calling ahead at (706) 876-1360 is recommended.
What is GALILEO and how do I access it?
GALILEO (Georgia's Virtual Library) is the state-funded portal giving all Georgia residents free access to thousands of academic journals, newspapers, databases, encyclopedias, and research tools. Any Dalton-Whitfield library cardholder can access GALILEO at galileo.usg.edu using a library-issued password available from staff or on the library's website.
Does the library provide access to the PINES statewide catalog?
Yes — Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library joined Georgia's PINES (Public Information Network for Electronic Services) catalog in 2010. Through PINES at gapines.org, cardholders can search and request items from nearly 300 library collections across Georgia and have them delivered to the Dalton branch for pickup.
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🔨 This library has a makerspace / 3D printing. See how library makerspaces and 3D printing work and find other libraries with a makerspace makerspaces 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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