Wibaux Public Library
🏢 Sagebrush Library Federation · Wibaux, Montana
Wibaux Public Library
Wibaux Public Library anchors the cultural life of one of Montana's smallest counties, sitting just a handful of miles from the North Dakota border at 115 South Wibaux Street. With 14,215 volumes and 6,590 annual circulations for a community of about 1,017 residents, it is among the most-used small libraries per capita on the Hi-Line — open five days a week and connected to the statewide Montana Shared Catalog.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9am–5pm |
| Tuesday | 9am–5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am–5pm |
| Thursday | 9am–5pm |
| Friday | 9am–5pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 115 South Wibaux Street, Wibaux, MT 59353
Phone: (406) 796-2452
Website: sites.google.com
Plus Code: 85RQXRP6+8R (Wibaux, MT)
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📖 About Wibaux Public Library
Wibaux Public Library is the public library of Wibaux, Montana, county seat of Wibaux County in the far eastern corner of the state near the North Dakota border. Wibaux County is Montana's smallest county by area, and the town itself was named for Pierre Wibaux, a French cattle baron who played a pivotal role in rebuilding the northern Great Plains cattle industry after the devastating winter of 1886–1887. The library holds 14,215 volumes and circulates approximately 6,590 items per year for a service population of about 1,017 residents — a testament to strong community use. It has been part of the Montana Shared Catalog since adopting the Symphony automation system in 2002, and it participates in MontanaLibrary2Go and OCLC Group Services. The library belongs to the Sagebrush Library Federation and is governed by a five-member board that meets monthly. Director Mindy Van Vleet and a small dedicated staff operate the library five days a week. Fax service is available at (406) 795-5779.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Serves Wibaux County — Montana's smallest county by area — with a collection of 14,215 volumes and ~6,590 circulations per year
- Named for the town of Wibaux, itself named for French cattle baron Pierre Wibaux, who rebuilt the northern Great Plains cattle industry after the catastrophic winter of 1886–87
- Located just miles from the Montana–North Dakota border, serving one of the most rural communities on the eastern Hi-Line
- Part of the Montana Shared Catalog since 2002, giving cardholders access to statewide interlibrary loan and digital resources
- Governed by an elected five-member board that meets the third Thursday of each month at 4:30 p.m. at the library
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Wibaux cardholders can borrow ebooks, audiobooks and more through Montana's statewide digital programs:
📚 Services
- Book, DVD and audiobook borrowing from a 14,215-volume collection
- Public computers and internet access
- Fax service at (406) 795-5779
- Interlibrary loan through the Sagebrush Library Federation and OCLC
- Montana Shared Catalog statewide holds and delivery
- Reference and readers' advisory assistance
🎸 Programs
- Children's programming and storytime
- Summer Reading Program
- Community events and adult programming
- Board meetings open to the public (third Thursday, 4:30 p.m.)
📍 Nearby Libraries in Eastern Montana
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Who was the town of Wibaux named for, and what is his connection to the library's community?
The town is named for Pierre Wibaux, a French cattle baron who arrived in eastern Montana in 1883 and became one of the most important figures in rebuilding the northern Great Plains cattle industry after the catastrophic winter of 1886–1887 wiped out most herds. His entrepreneurial legacy is part of the cultural identity the Wibaux Public Library serves and preserves.
How large is the Wibaux Public Library's collection, and how heavily is it used?
The library holds 14,215 volumes and circulates approximately 6,590 items per year for a community of about 1,017 residents. That circulation rate reflects strong local use for one of Montana's smallest counties.
What are the library's hours and when does the board meet?
The library is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is closed on weekends. The board of trustees meets the third Thursday of each month at 4:30 p.m. at the library — the public is welcome to attend.
Can I access ebooks and audiobooks with my Wibaux library card?
Yes. As a member of the Montana Shared Catalog and MontanaLibrary2Go, Wibaux cardholders can borrow ebooks and audiobooks through Libby at no cost. The library also provides access to hoopla for movies, music, comics and audiobooks with no waitlists.
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✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in September 2026.