Beresford Public Library
🏢 Beresford Public Library · Beresford, South Dakota
Beresford Public Library
The Beresford Public Library occupies a beautifully updated historic building in downtown Beresford, a Union County community near the South Dakota–Iowa border. Open six days a week — including Tuesday and Thursday evenings until 8 p.m. — and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., it offers books, DVDs, magazines, a dedicated children's space and free eBooks and audiobooks through South Dakota Titles To Go.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 1pm–6pm |
| Tuesday | 10am–8pm |
| Wednesday | 1pm–6pm |
| Thursday | 10am–8pm |
| Friday | 1pm–6pm |
| Saturday | 9am–5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 115 South Third Street, Beresford, SD 57004
Phone: (605) 763-2782
Website: beresfordlibrary.com
Plus Code: 86M536HG+W6 (Beresford, SD)
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📖 About Beresford Public Library
The Beresford Public Library serves Beresford, South Dakota, a small city of about 2,000 in Union County near the convergence of the Big Sioux and Missouri rivers. The library is housed in a carefully updated historic building in downtown Beresford and offers a welcoming space for readers of all ages. Its collection includes books, DVDs and magazines, all available for checkout with a library card; books circulate for two weeks, DVDs for seven days and magazines for seven days. The library maintains a dedicated Kids Space for children and hosts programs and events throughout the year, including summer reading to encourage year-round literacy. Patrons can also access the full catalog online to browse and place holds. Through South Dakota Titles To Go — a statewide OverDrive program available at southdakota.overdrive.com — cardholders borrow eBooks and audiobooks free at any hour using the Libby app, with access to thousands of titles on phones, tablets, computers and eReaders including Kindle. Library patrons can register by completing a short form and providing a photo ID with a current address.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Beautifully updated historic building in downtown Beresford — a welcoming space for the whole Union County community
- Extended evening hours Tuesday and Thursday 10 a.m.–8 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. for flexible family schedules
- Dedicated Kids Space with educational resources and children's programming
- Free eBooks and audiobooks 24/7 via South Dakota Titles To Go (OverDrive/Libby) — no waitlists
- Online catalog at beresfordlibrary.booksys.net lets patrons browse and place holds from home
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Beresford cardholders can borrow eBooks and audiobooks free anytime through South Dakota's statewide digital collection:
📚 Services
- Circulating book, DVD and magazine collection (books 2 weeks, DVDs and magazines 7 days)
- South Dakota Titles To Go (OverDrive/Libby) for free eBook and audiobook downloads
- Online catalog with home borrowing and holds
- Dedicated Kids Space for children and families
- Public computers and reference assistance
- Summer reading program registration via readsquared
🎸 Programs
- Summer Reading Program for children (sign up at beresfordlibrary.readsquared.com)
- Children's programs and activities in the Kids Space
- Community events and seasonal programming
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Beresford Public Library's hours, including evenings and weekends?
The library is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 1 p.m.–6 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday 10 a.m.–8 p.m. (the longest hours of the week); Saturday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; and closed Sunday. The Tuesday and Thursday evening schedule makes it easy for working adults and families with school-age children to visit after hours.
How do I get a library card at the Beresford Public Library?
You can register as a library patron by completing a short form and providing a photo ID that shows your current address. Stop in during open hours at 115 South Third Street, Beresford, SD 57004. Cards are free and give you access to the physical collection, online catalog and South Dakota Titles To Go digital resources.
What is South Dakota Titles To Go, and how can I access eBooks?
South Dakota Titles To Go is a statewide OverDrive program that provides free eBook and audiobook access to all South Dakota library cardholders. Browse and borrow titles at southdakota.overdrive.com, or download the free Libby app and sign in with your Beresford library card. Content is available 24 hours a day on phones, tablets, computers and eReaders including Kindle.
Does the Beresford library have a summer reading program for kids?
Yes. The library runs an annual Summer Reading Program for children — sign up at beresfordlibrary.readsquared.com. The program is fast to register and completely free, and it helps encourage children to keep reading through the summer months. The library also maintains a dedicated Kids Space year-round with educational resources and activities.
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✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in September 2026.