Talkeetna Library through the years.....
History
Original library
What Was...In March 1973, the first lending library opened in Talkeetna, AK. Located in a room in Nagley's store, it was staffed with volunteers and consisted of donated books. After several interim moves, by late 1982, the local library board had purchased and moved a 1950's era FAA house to the current lot and reopened the library.
In 1985 an addition was completed that gave us a 2,580 sq ft. library. That configuration is the basis for the current library.
In 2010 the cramped quarters and condition of the building led to an application to the Foraker group for an analysis of community needs. That analysis was completed in February of 2012 after loads of community participation.
Where we Are
What Is..Talkeetna Public Library currently serves a large area including Talkeetna, Sunshine, Chase and those who live remotely. On average 115 people visit the library each day. Over 152 items go home each day with community members who visit the library.
The library has an inventory of 18,562 items and an annual circulation of 45,684.
Our library provides programs that lead to early literacy for young children, and summer reading programs that keep children reading during school vacation. Library personnel work with distant learning units to provide testing. Computers and Wi-Fi provide the ability to research, search for jobs, and pursue leisure and communication. Notary, photocopying and faxing services are also available. Plus, the library provides books, audiobooks, videos and online access to e-books and audio books. Education, communication, leisure, and community are key components of these services.
The library has an inventory of 18,562 items and an annual circulation of 45,684.
Our library provides programs that lead to early literacy for young children, and summer reading programs that keep children reading during school vacation. Library personnel work with distant learning units to provide testing. Computers and Wi-Fi provide the ability to research, search for jobs, and pursue leisure and communication. Notary, photocopying and faxing services are also available. Plus, the library provides books, audiobooks, videos and online access to e-books and audio books. Education, communication, leisure, and community are key components of these services.
