Hailey Public Library
Welcome to the Hailey Public Library!
Does Hailey Public Library have something to offer everyone? Oh, Yeah!
Persons without a library card can enjoy:
- Newspapers and magazines
- Free Wifi
- Computers with MS programs, Internet and printer
- Copy machine
- Free classes
- Access to Lili.org
Free programs including juvenile, teen, adult & family. In fact, you can join our e-mailing list and receive reminders before the events even happen!
The mission of the Hailey Public Library is to provide current high interest materials and information in a variety of formats for citizens of all ages. This task includes creating an environment conducive to reading, learning, entertainment and discovery.
History of the Library:
In February of 1919, the Hailey Civic Improvement Club, under the leadership of Mrs. J.C. Fox, met to formulate plans for the establishment of a public library. An unpretentious ground floor room was rented for $5.00 a month in the old Idaho National Bank building, on the north corner of Main and West Bullion, sandwiched between The Vogue Shoppe and the Assayer's office. Many prominent ladies in the community were involved in the initial establishment of Hailey Public Library. A book drive was organized to provide a library on a small scale, while the civic-minded ladies assured the public "with the cooperation of our many progressive citizens we feel assured of a rapid growth". The first librarian was Miss Nettie Mallory, assisted at times by Miss Edith Ensign.
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