Mountain View Public and School Library
🏢 Hawaii State Public Library System · Mountain View, Hawaii
Mountain View Public and School Library
Nestled on the Mountain View Elementary School campus at 1,200 feet elevation in upper Puna, the Mountain View Public and School Library opened on May 16, 1977. It holds historical photos, event brochures, and local-area materials, and features a rotating Mahjong Players Club — an unusual and beloved program in this rainforest community midway between Hilo and Volcano.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 12pm–7pm |
| Tuesday | 12pm–7pm |
| Wednesday | 10am–6pm |
| Thursday | 10am–6pm |
| Friday | 12pm–4pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 18-1235 Volcano Highway, Mountain View, HI 96771
Phone: (808) 968-2322
Website: librarieshawaii.org
Plus Code: 73F6HV3W+QV (Mountain View, HI)
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📖 About Mountain View Public and School Library
The Mountain View Public and School Library is located on the campus of Mountain View Elementary School along the Volcano Highway in the upper Puna district of Hawaiʻi Island. It opened on May 16, 1977, and serves both students and faculty at the school as well as residents of the surrounding upper Puna and Volcano area. The branch maintains a local-history collection that includes historical articles, event brochures, project records, and photographs documenting the community and its volcanic landscape. With 7 public computers, 32 magazine titles, free Wi-Fi, and afternoon programs running Monday through Thursday, it is the primary public library resource for a remote rainforest corridor that stretches from Mountain View toward Volcano Village. The library belongs to the Hawaii State Public Library System and offers full access to HSPLS digital borrowing through Libby and hoopla.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Opened May 16, 1977 on the Mountain View Elementary School campus at roughly 1,200 feet elevation in upper Puna
- Serves students, faculty, and residents of the upper Puna and Volcano area — the closest public library to Volcano Village
- Local-history collection of area photographs, event brochures, and community project records
- 7 public computers, 32 magazine titles, free Wi-Fi, and photocopying on site
- Evening hours Monday and Tuesday (until 7 pm) accommodate working residents in this remote rainforest community
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Mountain View cardholders access Hawaii's statewide digital collections free of charge:
📚 Services
- 7 public computers and free Wi-Fi
- Photocopying and book drop-off
- 32 magazine titles and 2 newspapers
- 11 free parking spaces (3 accessible)
- Test proctoring services
- Access to statewide HSPLS catalog and digital collections
🎸 Programs
- LEGO Club — open-play Brick building every Wednesday afternoon (all skill levels welcome)
- Arts & Crafts for Kids — creative sessions every Thursday afternoon (ages 6 and up)
- Mahjong Players Club — learn and play this 19th-century Chinese game every Friday afternoon
- Summer reading program
- Community programs and special events throughout the year
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Mountain View Public and School Library open?
The library opened on May 16, 1977. It is located on the Mountain View Elementary School campus and serves both the school community and residents of the upper Puna and Volcano area along the Volcano Highway.
What makes the Mountain View library's local collection unique?
The branch maintains a local-history collection featuring historical articles, event brochures, project records, and photographs of the surrounding upper Puna area — documenting a community set in a dramatic volcanic rainforest landscape near Kilauea.
What are the evening hours and which days are the library open latest?
The library is open until 7 pm on Monday and Tuesday, and until 6 pm on Wednesday and Thursday. Friday hours are noon–4 pm. The library is closed Saturday and Sunday.
What is the Mahjong Players Club and when does it meet?
The Mahjong Players Club meets Friday afternoons from 2:30 to 4 pm at the Mountain View library. Players of all skill levels are welcome to learn or play this strategy game originally from 19th-century China. The club does not meet on state holidays.
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✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in September 2026.