Piqua Public Library

2.5 (2 reviews)

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Shirley S.

1 year ago

Sent memorial for Joy R Brown to library without any return input. Asked this be sent to her daughters as well as confirmation to me , sender, Shirley Schultz ., Jerseyville ,ill. Very disappointing. Our local library excellent with their memorials for deceased. read more

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As library's go this one is large and unique. It's in the old Fort Piqua Hotel and they have had to do some converting to fit it all in. The building itself is simply magnificent. It's a beautiful place to say the least. It's wonderful that Piqua had the insight to save this building. We stopped in because they had an art show on the second floor that we wanted to see. It was a very good show. read more

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116 W High St
Piqua, OH 45356
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(937) 773-6753
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https://www.piqualibrary.org

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What time does Piqua Public Library open?

Piqua Public Library opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Piqua Public Library close?

Piqua Public Library closes at 8:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Piqua Public Library closes at 5:30 PM on Friday.Piqua Public Library closes at 3:00 PM on Saturday.Piqua Public Library is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Thu 10:00 AM - 8:30 PMFri 10:00 AM - 5:30 PMSat 10:00 AM - 3:00 PMSun Closed

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Does Piqua Public Library take credit cards?

Yes, Piqua Public Library takes credit cards.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Piqua Public Library have bike parking?

Yes, Piqua Public Library has bike parking.

Does Piqua Public Library have parking?

Yes, Piqua Public Library has parking options.

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Is Piqua Public Library wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Piqua Public Library is wheelchair accessible.

Does Piqua Public Library have free WiFi?

Yes, Piqua Public Library has free WiFi.

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The Piqua Public Library promotes lifelong learning though free public programs including children's storytime, teen programs, adult bookclubs, genealogy help and resources as well as a variety of educational programs, classes and workshops.

History

Established in 1890.

A permanent Library in Piqua was created in 1890, after three failed attempts during the second half of the nineteenth century. Jacob Schmidlapp donated his family store and home at 509 North Main Street, to the Piqua Board of Education. The new Library formally opened to the public on October 18, 1890 under the name The Schmidlapp Free School Library. The Library was operated by a committee of the Board of Education and Sue Hetherington, the first librarian. With a continued need for new space, the Library began looking for a new building. With a donation by Leo Flesh, the former Piqua Men's Club at 124 West Greene Street was purchased. On November 4, 1931, the newly remodeled building was opened to the public. The new Flesh Public Library held over 25,000 volumes. The Library moved to the newly renovated Fort Piqua Plaza building at 116 West High Street on October 20, 2008. The Library's new name, The Piqua Public Library, was officially announced on October 20, 2008.

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