Christian County Library — Ozark Branch
🏢 Christian County Library · Ozark, Missouri
Christian County Library — Ozark Branch
The Christian County Library Ozark Branch at 1005 N. 4th Avenue is the flagship location of the Christian County Library system, serving Ozark and the surrounding Ozarks community with the Anderson History Room — a one-of-a-kind genealogy archive of early county records, newspapers, and rare family documents — plus a Library of Things lending collection and dozens of digital databases.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9am–7pm |
| Tuesday | 9am–7pm |
| Wednesday | 9am–7pm |
| Thursday | 9am–7pm |
| Friday | 9am–6pm |
| Saturday | 9am–6pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 1005 N 4th Ave, Ozark, MO 65721
Phone: (417) 581-2432
Website: christiancountylibrary.org
Plus Code: 86982QHX+H5 (Ozark, MO)
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📖 About Christian County Library — Ozark Branch
Christian County Library serves Missouri's fastest-growing county with branches in Ozark, Nixa, Clever, and Sparta. The Ozark Branch at 1005 N. 4th Avenue is the system's main location and houses the Anderson History Room, a local history and genealogy archive stocked with early Christian County records, archived newspapers, and rare genealogical documents that serve researchers from across the region. The library system participates in the COOLcat shared catalog and provides cardholders with free access to Ancestry Library Edition, FamilySearch, Heritage Quest, Missouri Digital Heritage, and dozens of additional EBSCO databases. Digital lending is available through hoopla, Libby (Missouri Libraries 2 Go), and Blackstone Unlimited audiobooks. A Library of Things lending collection, puppet theater, and Discovery Center passes round out a service portfolio that reflects the county's rapid suburban growth south of Springfield.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Anderson History Room — early Christian County records, archived newspapers, and genealogical documents for family history research
- Ancestry Library Edition, FamilySearch & Heritage Quest available free to all cardholders
- Library of Things — borrow non-traditional items beyond books and media
- Libby (Missouri Libraries 2 Go) for eBooks and audiobooks — Missouri statewide resource
- Consistent hours Mon–Thu 9am–7pm, Fri–Sat 9am–6pm across all Christian County branches
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Christian County Library cardholders access Missouri statewide and system digital resources for free:
📚 Services
- Anderson History Room — local history and genealogy archive (early county records, newspapers, family documents)
- Ancestry Library Edition and FamilySearch in-library genealogy access
- Library of Things lending collection (non-traditional borrowable items)
- Discovery Center Pass lending (educational destinations)
- Public computers, free Wi-Fi, and photocopier
- Meeting rooms and study space
- Puppet theater with toys (children's area)
🎸 Programs
- Baby Bounce Toddler Time storytime
- Children's programming and summer reading
- Teen programs and Young Adult services
- Community workshops and adult learning events
- Friends of the Library and volunteer programs
- Udemy via Gale — 14,000+ on-demand video courses for adults
📍 Nearby Libraries in the Springfield Metro Area
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Anderson History Room at the Ozark Branch?
The Anderson History Room is a local history and genealogy archive located inside the Ozark Branch of Christian County Library at 1005 N. 4th Avenue. It holds early Christian County records, archived newspapers, and rare genealogical documents, and is used by family history researchers from across the region. Cardholders also have free in-library access to Ancestry Library Edition, FamilySearch, and Heritage Quest Online for deeper genealogical research.
What is the Library of Things, and what can I borrow?
The Library of Things is a lending collection at Christian County Library that goes beyond traditional books and media. Borrowable items can include tools, games, instruments, and other non-traditional objects — the specific inventory changes over time. Ask a staff member at the Ozark Branch for a current list of available items.
Can I access Missouri's statewide digital library from home?
Yes. With a Christian County Library card, you can use Libby (Missouri Libraries 2 Go) to borrow eBooks, audiobooks, and digital magazines from anywhere on any device. You also have access to hoopla for instant media borrowing and Blackstone Unlimited for unlimited bestselling audiobooks — all free.
What are the hours at all Christian County Library branches?
All Christian County Library branches — Ozark, Nixa, Clever, and Sparta — share the same schedule: Monday through Thursday 9 am–7 pm and Friday–Saturday 9 am–6 pm. All branches are closed on Sundays. There are also partner pick-up locations in Billings, Highlandville, Chadwick, and at the Nixa X Center for added convenience.
📜 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.
🧰 This library lends a “Library of Things.” See what you can borrow besides books and find other libraries with a Library of Things Library of Things by state.
🖨 This library offers printing, copying & fax. See how library printing, copying, scanning and fax services work — costs and mobile printing — and find other libraries that offer them printing & fax by state.
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