Otis Community Library
🏢 Central Kansas Library System (CKLS) · Otis, Kansas
Otis Community Library
The Otis Community Library at 122 South Main Street serves the small agricultural community of Otis, Kansas, in the heart of Rush County — one of the most sparsely populated counties on the High Plains. Open four afternoons a week, it is the community's primary gathering place for books, internet access, and the Kansas State Library's statewide digital resources.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 2pm–6pm |
| Tuesday | 2pm–6pm |
| Wednesday | 2pm–6pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 2pm–6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 122 SOUTH MAIN, OTIS, KS 67565
Phone: +1785-387-2287
Website: otis.mykansaslibrary.org
Plus Code: 86C2GWMX+9C (OTIS, KS)
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📖 About Otis Community Library
Otis is a small town of roughly 250 residents in Rush County, Kansas, situated in the rolling short-grass prairie of north-central Kansas between the Arkansas River lowlands and the Smoky Hills. Rush County is among the least densely populated counties in the state, and the Otis Community Library at 122 South Main Street is the library anchor for the Otis area. The library belongs to the Central Kansas Library System (CKLS), a regional cooperative that connects member libraries for interlibrary loan and resource sharing across central and north-central Kansas. Through the Kansas State Library's statewide eCard program at kslib.info, Otis cardholders can access research databases and digital resources extending well beyond the library's physical shelves. Afternoon hours on Monday through Wednesday and Friday allow after-school students and working residents to visit the library during the most convenient part of the day.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Serves Rush County, one of the most sparsely settled counties on the Kansas High Plains, as the community's sole public library
- Member of the Central Kansas Library System (CKLS) for interlibrary loan across central Kansas
- Kansas State Library eCard program gives cardholders access to statewide databases and digital resources at kslib.info
- Afternoon hours (2–6 p.m.) four days a week serve students and working residents
- 5-star rated community library (Google) — a trusted institution on Otis's Main Street
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Otis cardholders can access state-funded digital resources and borrow from libraries across Kansas at no charge:
📚 Services
- Free library cards for Rush County and Kansas residents
- Public computers and free Wi-Fi
- Kansas State Library statewide eCard — databases and digital resources
- Interlibrary loan through the Central Kansas Library System (CKLS)
- Print collection, audiobooks, and DVDs
- Reference assistance
🎸 Programs
- Children's reading activities and seasonal programs
- Summer reading program
- Community gathering space on Main Street
📍 Nearby Libraries in North-Central Kansas
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What days is the Otis Community Library open?
The library is open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 2 to 6 p.m. It is closed Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. Call (785) 387-2287 before visiting around holidays to confirm.
What is the Central Kansas Library System and how does it help Otis patrons?
The Central Kansas Library System (CKLS) is a regional cooperative headquartered in Great Bend that connects public libraries across central and north-central Kansas. As a CKLS member, the Otis Community Library can request interlibrary loans on your behalf — if the title you need isn't on the Otis shelves, CKLS can usually get it from another member library at no charge to you.
Can I access digital resources with my Otis library card?
Yes. Through the Kansas State Library's statewide eCard program (kslib.info), Otis cardholders can access research databases and digital learning tools beyond the library's physical collection. The Kansas State Library eCard extends statewide resources to all Kansas public library patrons.
Is there an Otis Community Library website?
The library's website is at otis.mykansaslibrary.org, part of the My Kansas Library portal operated by CKLS. You can also call the library directly at (785) 387-2287 during open hours.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.
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