Elkton Community Library
🏢 South Dakota State Library · Elkton, South Dakota
Elkton Community Library
Established in 1984, the Elkton Community Library holds the distinction of being South Dakota's first combined school and community library — a pioneering model that still serves all Elkton residents today at 508 Buffalo Street, entrance A7, inside the school building. The library alternates morning hours on Mondays and Wednesdays with evening hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays, ensuring both working adults and families can visit. Its outdoor 24/7 book return and free home-delivery service for homebound residents reflect a deep commitment to access.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9am–1pm |
| Tuesday | 1pm–7pm |
| Wednesday | 9am–1pm |
| Thursday | 1pm–7pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 508 Buffalo Street, Elkton, SD 57026
Phone: (605) 542-4591
Website: elktonsd.com
Plus Code: 86P56GJ9+72 (Elkton, SD)
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📖 About Elkton Community Library
The Elkton Community Library, located at the south end of the Elkton school building at 508 Buffalo Street, earned a unique place in state library history in 1984 as South Dakota's first combined school/community library — a cooperative model bringing school and public library services together under one roof for all community members. That spirit of inclusion continues today: the library offers materials checkout, public computers, printing and copying, an outdoor book return available 24 hours a day, and curbside pickup for patrons who need it. The library participates in South Dakota's statewide OverDrive/Libby program, giving every Elkton cardholder free access to thousands of eBooks and audiobooks. It is also a participant in the One Book South Dakota program hosted by the South Dakota Humanities Council, hosting community book discussions each year. A home delivery service extends library access to elderly or disabled residents who cannot visit in person.
⭐ What makes this library special
- South Dakota's first combined school/community library, founded in 1984 — a pioneering cooperative model still serving all Elkton residents
- Alternating morning and evening hours (Mon/Wed 9am–1pm; Tue/Thu 1–7pm) to accommodate a range of schedules
- 24/7 outdoor book return for after-hours drop-offs
- Free home delivery of books, CDs, and DVDs for elderly and disabled residents within the city
- Participates in One Book South Dakota — free community book discussions each year
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Elkton cardholders can borrow eBooks and audiobooks free through South Dakota's statewide digital program:
📚 Services
- Book, DVD, and audiobook checkout
- Public computers and internet access
- Printing and copying (in-person or by email request)
- 24/7 outdoor book return
- Curbside pickup (call ahead to arrange at entrance A7)
- Free home delivery for homebound residents in Elkton
- Interlibrary loan through South Dakota Share-IT
- Online card catalog (elkton.follettdestiny.com)
🎸 Programs
- Story Hour for children age 2 and up (Mondays 9:30–10:30am during the school year)
- Summer Reading Program for children age 3 through grade 5
- One Book South Dakota book discussion (annual)
- 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the Elkton Community Library located inside a school?
In 1984, Elkton established South Dakota's first combined school and community library — a cooperative model that houses both school and public library services in the same building to serve all residents more efficiently. The community library is at the south end of the school at 508 Buffalo Street, accessible to the public through entrance A7.
What are the Elkton library's hours and how do I visit?
The library is open Monday and Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and Tuesday and Thursday from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m. It is closed Friday through Sunday. An outdoor book return is available 24/7 for after-hours drop-offs.
Does the Elkton library offer home delivery?
Yes. The library offers free home delivery of books, books on CD, music CDs, and DVDs to Elkton residents who are physically unable to visit due to age, disability, or temporary illness. Materials are delivered and picked up every two weeks. Contact librarian Sherry at 605-542-4591 during open hours to sign up.
Can I borrow eBooks from the Elkton library without coming in?
Yes. Elkton library cardholders can borrow eBooks and audiobooks through OverDrive/Libby at southdakota.overdrive.com. The library also subscribes to OverDrive's Advantage program, meaning some titles are available exclusively to Elkton patrons. You need a valid Elkton library card number — call or email the library to get one.
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✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in September 2026.