Library of Things at Wisconsin Libraries (22 Verified)
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Library of Things at Libraries in Wisconsin
Want to borrow a tool, telescope, sewing machine or board game in Wisconsin? These 22 public libraries have lending a Library of Things verified on their official pages — free to borrow with your library card, no purchase needed.
22 librariesTools · Tech · Kits · Games
We have verified 22 public libraries in Wisconsin offering a Library of Things, across 22 cities — including Cedarburg, Chilton, Green Bay, Greenfield, Kaukauna. Each links to that library’s page with its address, hours and phone so you can confirm the service and any fees.
A few worth knowing in Wisconsin:
- Mead Public Library · Sheboygan — Imaginarium Makerspace: 3D printers, laser engraver (GlowForge), Cricut, sewing machines, digitization lab, Adobe Creative Cloud — free for teens and adults
- Greenfield Public Library · Greenfield — Library of Things (pickleball & disc golf sets, yard games, gardening & tile kits, hotspots, Kindles, cake pans, VHS-to-digital converter)
- La Crosse Public Library · La Crosse — Tool Library — borrow power tools, outdoor equipment, kitchen appliances, and repair supplies (18+, annual waiver required)
💡 Good to know: Loan periods for “things” are usually shorter than for books and popular items (telescopes, projectors, power tools) go fast — place a hold in advance and check whether your item needs a deposit or has a replacement fee for lost parts.
Wisconsin libraries with a Library of Things — 22 verified
Cedarburg Public LibraryCedarburg, Wisconsin · (262) 375-7640W63 N589 Hanover Ave.Library of Things — cookware, needle-arts kits, and tech devices to borrow →Chilton Public LibraryChilton, Wisconsin · (920) 849-4414221 Park St.Library of Things collection →Brown County Central LibraryGreen Bay, Wisconsin · (920) 448-4400515 Pine StreetPublic MakerSpace (3D printing, sewing machines & creative tech, in partnership with Proto) →Greenfield Public LibraryGreenfield, Wisconsin · (414) 321-95955310 West Layton AvenueLibrary of Things (pickleball & disc golf sets, yard games, gardening & tile kits, hotspots, Kindles, cake pans, VHS-to-digital converter) →Kaukauna Public LibraryKaukauna, Wisconsin · (920) 766-6340207 Thilmany Rd., Suite 200Library of Things (games, puzzles, tools, equipment) →La Crosse Public LibraryLa Crosse, Wisconsin · (608) 789-7100800 Main St.Tool Library — borrow power tools, outdoor equipment, kitchen appliances, and repair supplies (18+, annual waiver required) →Little Chute Public LibraryLittle Chute, Wisconsin · (920) 788-7825625 Grand Ave.Library of Things: board games, video games and more for checkout →Manitowoc Public LibraryManitowoc, Wisconsin · (920) 686-3000707 Quay St.Library of Things: toys, games, cake pans, specialty tech, Adventure Passes, and accessibility devices →Mukwonago Community LibraryMukwonago, Wisconsin · (262) 363-6411511 Division StreetThe Thingery (Library of Things) — borrow non-traditional items →New Berlin Public LibraryNew Berlin, Wisconsin · (262) 785-498015105 Library LaneLibrary of Things lending collection (practical household and recreational items) →New Richmond Community LibraryNew Richmond, Wisconsin · (715) 243-0431450 South Arch AvenueLibrary of Things collection — STEAM Discovery Kits, tools, and recreational items →Oak Creek Public LibraryOak Creek, Wisconsin · (414) 766-79008040 S. 6Th St.Circulating books, DVDs, audiobooks, magazines, and Library of Things items →Pewaukee Public LibraryPewaukee, Wisconsin · (262) 691-5670210 Main St.Library of Things: reservable specialty equipment lending →River Falls Public LibraryRiver Falls, Wisconsin · (715) 425-0905140 Union St.Equipment lending: projectors, WiFi hotspots, and other community tools →Mead Public LibrarySheboygan, Wisconsin · (920) 459-3400710 N. 8th StreetImaginarium Makerspace: 3D printers, laser engraver (GlowForge), Cricut, sewing machines, digitization lab, Adobe Creative Cloud — free for teens and adults →South Milwaukee Public LibrarySouth Milwaukee, Wisconsin · (414) 768-81951907 10th Ave.Library of Things — projectors, karaoke machines, metal detectors, ukuleles, Ozobots, cameras, tools and more →Sun Prairie Public LibrarySun Prairie, Wisconsin · (608) 825-73231350 Linnerud DriveLibrary of Things: borrow games, tools, sewing machines, instruments and specialty items →Pauline Haass Public LibrarySussex, Wisconsin · (262) 246-5180N64W23820 Main St.Library of Things (board games, yard games, Wi-Fi hotspots) →Waterford Public LibraryWaterford, Wisconsin · (262) 534-3988101 N. River StreetLibrary of Things — borrow equipment and everyday items beyond books →Watertown Public LibraryWatertown, Wisconsin · (920) 262-4090100 S. Water St.Library of Things lending program →Waukesha Public LibraryWaukesha, Wisconsin · (262) 524-3680321 Wisconsin AvenueLibrary of Things — borrow board games, tools, crafts, electronics and outdoor equipment →Waunakee Public LibraryWaunakee, Wisconsin · (608) 849-4217201 N. Madison St.Library of Things lending collection →
📝 How to borrow from a Library of Things in Wisconsin
- Browse the “Library of Things” catalog. Check the library’s website or catalog for what it lends — every {state} library’s collection is different.
- Reserve the item with your card. Popular things — telescopes, projectors, power tools — get booked ahead, so place a hold early.
- Pick it up at the desk. Some items come in a case with instructions or accessories; check that everything is included when you collect it.
- Use it, then return it on time. Loan periods are usually shorter than for books, and libraries often limit how many things you can borrow at once.
- Report any problems. Tell staff if something is damaged or a part is missing — some items carry a deposit or a replacement fee.
New to this? See the national guide on how a Library of Things works.
Frequently asked questions
Which Wisconsin cities have libraries with Library of Things?
We have verified 22 across 22 cities in Wisconsin: Cedarburg, Chilton, Green Bay, Greenfield, Kaukauna, La Crosse, Little Chute, Manitowoc and 14 more. Open any library’s page above for its address, hours and phone.
How many Wisconsin libraries offer Library of Things?
We have confirmed 22 Wisconsin public libraries with a Library of Things, each verified from its official information. We add more as we confirm them, so the count can grow — or browse the full national list.
What makes Mead Public Library in Sheboygan notable for Library of Things?
Imaginarium Makerspace: 3D printers, laser engraver (GlowForge), Cricut, sewing machines, digitization lab, Adobe Creative Cloud — free for teens and adults. See its full page for hours, address and phone.
Is Library of Things available at Greenfield Public Library in Greenfield?
Library of Things (pickleball & disc golf sets, yard games, gardening & tile kits, hotspots, Kindles, cake pans, VHS-to-digital converter). See its full page for hours, address and phone.
Services verified from each library’s official information during our 2026 review. Fees and availability can change — confirm on the library’s page before visiting.