We came through town looking for family history from the west coast in August. What a beautiful…read morewell cared for library to find. We had help from a volunteer to steer us in the right direction. The family history room is where we spent most of our time. I would love to come back and read more some day. This county library really cares about their history of people, family, and lands. I am envious for this type of library is such a good example.

From the owner: We offer public access computers, books, DVDs, programs for children and teens, computer classes…read morefor adults, research help, and much more! Library cards are free and give you access to thousands of materials, digital books, Tennessee Electronic Library, Heritage Quest, and TumbleBooks.

Very Nice People work there It is a FANTASTIC PLACE to study…read moreand to research. It is a good place for students to have a relaxing place to do homework. I know, I was once a student, and did my homework there because it is peaceful there.

Lawdy, we've used HPL since I was a twinkle in my Mother's eye and it was located on Fountain…read moreCircle. Then, they had framed artwork available for checkout and Mom kept those in full rotation at home - pretty cool! I participated in Daughters of the Revolution flag speech competitions in elementary school which were held at the library. It was always a thrill when the bookmobile would park up the street at John's Big Brothers! Yes, I was a serious book nerd, especially as a child. My family purchased numerous memorial materials for departed friends and loved ones and have donated items to HPL consistently over the years. Dewey Decimal System anyone? :) I can't find the date this library was built; however, it's been a while. Before moving out of Madison county, I used the library a lot. I loved the online renewal process and enjoyed their CDs, DVDs, books (of course) and many purchases from the Friends of the Library bookstore (the volunteers there are sooooooo sweet and helpful!). Glancing at their policies, who knew they had a darkroom available for use in 4 hour increments? I've also enjoyed several of the smallish art displays they had inside (not the window displays, which are nice) but a true small artist's exhibit The staff have always been helpful, and their computers do the trick now that the card catalogs are long gone. I live in an adjacent county now and I work in HSV (and own property in Huntsville), and here's the rub: when I last checked because I do not reside in Huntsville proper an HPL card was $50.00/year. S e r i o u s l y. I think that is steep and ridiculous, especially when I own property in HSV! I also have to ding them on the tiny parking spaces and the sketchiness of those who hang out in the parking lot. If you can get past those dings, you will find a vast array of books, sources for geneological research (this section is the Heritage Collection, I believe it is located on the 3rd floor - hard left as you exit the stairs) and an obituary index, local history, additional digital resources such as Rosetta Stone to learn languages, a great selection of current magazines to peruse and CDs galore ranging from Taylor Swift to the Boston Symphony. They have a microfilm/microfiche section that "includes an almost complete run of The Huntsville Times from 1928 - 2015, along with many early Huntsville papers, including The Huntsville Democrat, Southern Advocate, and the Mercury papers." I recall they had decades of Huntsville phone books (a throw back to back when that was a thing) and (I could be wrong about this) church membership directories. Their children's section is fairly expansive too and often had children's artwork on display. Oh, and they do have an after hours drop box. They have ~ 11 branches in Madison county and do a great job of sharing materials, if another branch has what you are searching for, within a few days they will have that item at a branch convenient to your home or work. Reading their COVID policies, it sounds like they are doing a great job with that! Do "check out" the library - "create |explore | connect!"

This is a very nice library in the heart of Madison. Great selection of books, good work spaces…read morewith access to power, and a very light and airy open space to spend a few hours working.

This is one of the nicest libraries I have ever been to it's clean and usually very quiet there are…read moreplenty of places to sit and read or study I enjoy going to this library.

Good people. Willing to work with you in our very respectful. If you ask them a question, they know…read morethe answer.

Meeting rooms require one week of notice to make a reservation even though meeting rooms are not…read moretaken and are available that week. Meeting rooms stay empty and people can use the facilities much more productively request management change policy, the most wait could be 24 hrs or walk ins. Will be the best thing to do as is being he done for the study rooms.

This is not run like a library, it should state community center for loud kids and loud people…read moreplaying cards or games. Dont come if you need to actually study or have a quiet time. If you have 3-4 kids cause you are a stay at "home" mom, then its great. Otherwise, id rather go to the one downtown. And they never have the choice in books, at a library that i need.

The absolute sweetest librarian helped me today with something so confusing to me, I was barely…read moreable to explain it. I think her name was Kenna, and she helped me over the phone and didn't get confused at all. I use the Libby app and it was all messed up. She didn't just help, but explained it to me so if it happens again, I'll be able to do it. People don't go to libraries as much as they used to, but if you ever want to read a book, or listen to an audiobook, please use the Libby app with Athens Public Library. They're also very helpful with setting it up for you if you don't know how. And they'll help you, like I needed help today, with any problems.

From the owner: The Athens-Limestone Public Library offers equal access to information and education to everyone in…read morethe community.

Small town library with the best people. Activities and Homeschooling groups. Teen groups. Coffee…read morechats. Anual 5k memorial race. My youngest child took first steps here. The librarians are super kind and helpful.

Decatur Public Library, just off 6th Avenue was my hang out when I attended Calhoun Community…read moreCollege! I commuted to Calhoun in Decatur from Huntsville and rather than drive back to Huntsville between classes, I would hang out in this library! Although not as large as the Huntsville-Madison County Public Library, Decatur Public Library had everything I needed to pass the time: magazines, a place to catch up on homework and study, books to flip through, and creature comforts (heating in winter months, A/C in hot months, and restrooms). Based on other reviews here, it appears this library now offers all the "modern" amenities that people look for in a public library these days: Wi-Fi, computing and printing, an online catalog accessible from your home, ebooks, interlibrary loans, meeting spaces, and a Friends of the Library used bookstore. The staff here were always friendly and it made a lovely place to relax or study while attending Calhoun!

The library is a staple in the community. It's easy to find what you need and the staff it's always…read morehelpful.