About the Athens-Limestone County Public Library

Our Mission

The mission of ALCPL is to welcome all people and strive to inspire, celebrate, and support lifelong learning, literacy, and creativity. We aim to provide equal access to information, ideas and knowledge through books, programs, and digital resources as pillars of the freedom to read, learn, and discover.

Programs & Services

Using the Library

Plan a Visit

Library Policies

Come See Us!

603 S. Jefferson St.
Athens, AL 35611

Monday through Friday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sunday: Closed

Call us at 256-232-1233 for more information.

Meet Our Staff

Board of Trustees

Craig Beasley, Chair – City of Athens Appointee

Allison McCormick, Vice Chair – City of Athens Appointee

Shonda Brown – City of Athens Appointee

Vicki Hereford – Limestone County Appointee

Pammie Jimmar – Limestone County Appointee

The Board of Trustees will meet on the first Monday of every other month at 5:00 pm. The next meeting will occur on Monday, May 5, 2025.

In accordance with Alabama’s Open Meetings act, public notice of board meetings will be posted at least seven days in advance. Notices will be posted on the front page of the Library website, on the calendar of events, promoted on social media, and a physical notice will be posted on the community notice boards located in the lobby.

Board of Trustees Bylaws