Galena Public Library
🏢 Stone County Library · Galena, Missouri
Galena Public Library
The Galena Public Library is the county seat branch of the Stone County Library system, serving the Table Rock Lake region of the Missouri Ozarks from its location on State Highway 248 in Galena.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9am–6pm |
| Tuesday | 9am–6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am–5pm |
| Thursday | 9am–6pm |
| Friday | 9am–6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 322 W State Highway 248, Galena, MO 65656
Phone: (417) 357-6410
Website: stonecountylibrary.org
Plus Code: 8688RG4M+C6 (Galena, MO)
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📖 About Galena Public Library
The Galena Public Library is one of four branches in the Stone County Library system, which serves a rural Ozarks county anchored by Galena, the county seat. Stone County lies in the heart of southwest Missouri's Table Rock Lake corridor, drawing residents from farming communities and resort areas alike. Through membership in Missouri Evergreen — a statewide shared catalog linking more than 50 public libraries — a single library card opens collections across the state. The library provides free Wi-Fi, public computers, exam proctoring, free notary services and a meeting room at no charge, making it a genuine community hub for a county where the next branch library is a significant drive away.
⭐ What makes this library special
- County seat branch of the Stone County Library, serving the Table Rock Lake corridor of the Missouri Ozarks
- Member of Missouri Evergreen — shared catalog linking 50+ public libraries statewide
- Free notary services and exam proctoring available at all Stone County branches
- Free Wi-Fi, public computers and no-charge meeting room space
- Ancestry.com genealogy research access for local family history research
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Galena cardholders can read, research and stream free through Missouri's statewide digital collections:
📚 Services
- Free notary services
- Exam proctoring
- Free Wi-Fi and public computers
- Meeting room at no charge
- Ancestry.com genealogy research access
- Interlibrary loan through Missouri Evergreen (50+ member libraries)
- Printing and copying
- Tax forms and resources
🎸 Programs
- Activity Hour community programming
- Storytime for young children
- Cookbook Club for adult readers
- Summer reading program for all ages
- Wednesday Walk in the Park community events
📍 Nearby Libraries in Southwest Missouri
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Galena Public Library open on weekends?
No — the Galena branch is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. Regular hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9am–6pm and Wednesday 9am–5pm.
Can I use my Galena library card at other Stone County branches?
Yes. Stone County Library operates four branches — Galena, Crane, Blue Eye and a pickup/drop-off point at Reeds Spring City Hall — and cardholders can use their card at any of them. Membership in Missouri Evergreen also extends access to 50+ public libraries across the state.
Does the library offer notary services?
Yes. Free notary services are available at Stone County Library branches, including Galena. It's a good idea to call ahead at (417) 357-6410 to confirm a notary is on duty when you visit.
How can I access eBooks and audiobooks from Galena Public Library?
Cardholders can borrow digital titles through the Libby app by OverDrive using their Stone County Library card. The library is part of Missouri Evergreen, so the shared digital collection is available to all member library patrons.
📋 This library offers notary services. See what a library notary can do — what to bring, fees and appointments — and find other libraries with a notary notary services by state.
📜 This library has genealogy & local-history resources. See how library family-history research works and find other libraries with genealogy collections genealogy libraries by state.
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