Huntingdon County Library

Huntingdon County Library. The library serves the residents of Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania, providing access to a wide range of materials, including books, audio books, e-books, magazines, newspapers, and databases. The library is a member of the Pennsylvania Library Association and the American Library Association, and it participates in the Access PA program, which allows patrons to borrow materials from other libraries in Pennsylvania. The library also collaborates with the Huntingdon County Historical Society to preserve local history and provide access to historical materials.

● History

The library was established in 1925, with the support of the Huntingdon County Commissioners and the Rotary Club of Huntingdon. The library's first location was in the Huntingdon County Courthouse, and it later moved to its current location on Washington Street in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania. Over the years, the library has undergone several renovations and expansions, including a major renovation in the 1990s, which was funded in part by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities. The library has also received support from local organizations, such as the Huntingdon County Community Foundation and the Juniata College.

● Collections and Services

The library's collection includes over 50,000 items, including books, DVDs, CDs, and video games. The library also provides access to a variety of databases, including Ancestry.com, HeritageQuest, and OverDrive. Patrons can borrow materials from the library using their Pennsylvania library card, and they can also request materials from other libraries in Pennsylvania through the Access PA program. The library offers a range of services, including interlibrary loan, test proctoring, and computer classes, which are taught by instructors from Juniata College and the Huntingdon County Career and Technology Center. The library also partners with the Huntingdon County Literacy Council to provide literacy programs and English as a second language classes.

● Branches and Locations

The library has several branches and locations throughout Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania, including the main library in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, and branches in Mount Union, Pennsylvania, Orbisonia, Pennsylvania, and Three Springs, Pennsylvania. The library also offers a bookmobile service, which brings library materials to rural areas of the county. The library's branches and locations are supported by the Huntingdon County Commissioners and the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The library also collaborates with the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art and the Lincoln Caverns to provide educational programs and events.

● Programs and Events

The library offers a range of programs and events for adults, children, and teens, including author readings, book clubs, and children's storytime. The library also hosts concerts, movies, and workshops, which are often presented in partnership with local organizations, such as the Huntingdon County Arts Council and the Juniata Valley Choral Society. The library's programs and events are funded in part by grants from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts. The library also participates in the Summer Reading Program, which is sponsored by the Collaborative Summer Library Program and the Pennsylvania Library Association. The library's programs and events are designed to promote literacy, education, and community engagement, and they are often attended by local officials, such as the Mayor of Huntingdon and the Huntingdon County Commissioners.