Chisholm Public Library
🏢 Arrowhead Library System · Chisholm, Minnesota
Chisholm Public Library
Chisholm Public Library serves the heart of Minnesota's Iron Range — one of the nation's great mining communities — as a member of the 59-library Arrowhead Library System, providing books, digital media, and community programs for all ages in St. Louis County.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9am–5pm |
| Tuesday | 9am–5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am–5pm |
| Thursday | 9am–5pm |
| Friday | 9am–12pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 300 W LAKE ST, CHISHOLM, MN 55719
Phone: +1218-254-7913
Website: ci.chisholm.mn.us
Plus Code: 86V9F4Q8+P8 (CHISHOLM, MN)
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📖 About Chisholm Public Library
Chisholm Public Library stands at 300 West Lake Street in Chisholm, a city built by the iron ore mining industry on the Mesabi Range of northeastern Minnesota. The library is a proud member of the Arrowhead Library System (ALS), a regional network of 59 libraries serving northeastern Minnesota that provides a shared catalog, interlibrary loan, and access to statewide digital resources including eBooks and audiobooks via Overdrive and the Libby app. Wi-Fi is available both inside and outside the building, and the library offers curbside pickup by request for patrons who need it. The library runs engaging programs for all ages and functions as an information technology center for the Chisholm community. The library board comprises five members overseeing operations, and patrons can reach library supervisor Michelle Perpich directly for service questions.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Part of the Arrowhead Library System — 59 libraries sharing a catalog across northeastern Minnesota
- Outdoor Wi-Fi extends connectivity beyond the building to the surrounding public area
- Curbside pickup available by request — call ahead at 218-254-7913
- eBooks & audiobooks via Overdrive and the Libby app for any device
- Programs and resources for all ages, from children through seniors
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Chisholm cardholders can read, stream, and research free through the Arrowhead Library System and ELM statewide digital collections:
📚 Services
- Book lending & interlibrary loan (Arrowhead Library System)
- eBooks & audiobooks (Overdrive / Libby)
- Curbside pickup by request
- Indoor & outdoor Wi-Fi
- Online catalog & hold placement
- Reference & research assistance
- Community programs for all ages
🎸 Programs
- Children's programs
- Teen programs
- Adult programming
- Technology help sessions
- Community events
- Summer reading program
📍 Nearby Libraries on the Iron Range
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a library card at Chisholm Public Library?
Visit the library at 300 West Lake Street with a valid photo ID showing your current address. Library cards are free for Minnesota residents and provide access to the full Arrowhead Library System shared catalog, Libby eBooks, and statewide ELM research databases.
Can I use the Wi-Fi at Chisholm Public Library outside the building?
Yes. Chisholm Public Library offers Wi-Fi both inside and in the area immediately outside the building, making it accessible even during hours when the library is not open or when you prefer to work outdoors.
What is the Arrowhead Library System?
The Arrowhead Library System (ALS) is a regional library network of 59 libraries serving northeastern Minnesota, including St. Louis, Lake, Cook, and Koochiching counties. ALS provides a shared catalog, interlibrary loan services, and access to regional and statewide digital resources for all member library cardholders.
Does Chisholm Public Library offer curbside pickup?
Yes. Curbside pickup is available by request. Call the library at 218-254-7913 to arrange pickup of holds or requested items without entering the building.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.
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