Welcome to the Hoover Library
Since opening our doors in October of 1983, we have worked to change the way you think about libraries.
Our Mission
The Hoover Public Library seeks to reinvent the way communities view libraries. As the heart and soul of the Hoover community, we are more than just a library. We’re the place you come to meet your friends, experience live theater, peruse art, listen to music, entertain your children, learn about new technology, seek job searching assistance, explore your interests, find good book recommendations and much, much more. We seek to grow our patronage by offering an unparalleled customer experience. When you have a question, we want the library to be the first thing that comes to mind.
Hours of Operation
Monday - Thursday 9am – 9pm • Friday 9am – 6pm • Saturday 10am – 6pm • Sunday 1pm – 5pm
Phone Directory
Circulation / Information
205.444.7800
Movies / Music
205.444.7815
Adult Fiction
205.444.7820
Plaza
205.444.7821
Teens
205.444.7826
Children
205.444.7830
Children Preschool
205.444.7833
Friends Book Store
205.444.7774
Nonfiction / Reference
205.444.7840
Business
205.444.7816
Technology Hub / Class Signup
205.444.7747
Administration
205.444.7810
The Library Theatre / Box Office
205.444.7888
Book Renewals
205.444.7800
Movies / Music
205.444.7815
Statistics 2019
Membership
Total Collection
Total Circulation
Ranked fourth in the state in circulation, Hoover Public Library is the only single-unit library in Alabama to achieve such a high ranking. As part of the larger Jefferson County Library Cooperative, Hoover Public Library has the single highest circulation rate of the 42 libraries in the system.
Please take a moment to read our annual report. There is more statistical data and other information about our services.
Directions
Traveling west from Anniston / Leeds:
Follow I-20 West to I-459 South and exit at Hoover/Pelham exit #13. Turn right onto Highway 31 North. At the first light, turn right onto Municipal Drive. Library parking is immediately on the left.
Traveling east from Tuscaloosa / Bessemer:
Follow I-59 North to I-459 North and exit at Hoover / Pelham exit #13. Turn left onto Highway 31 North. At second traffic light, turn right onto Municipal Drive. Library parking is immediately on left.
Traveling south from Cullman / Birmingham:
Follow I-65 South to I-459 South and exit at Hoover/Pelham exit #13. Turn right onto Highway 31 North. At the first light, turn right onto Municipal Drive. Library parking is immediately on the left.
Traveling north from Montgomery / Alabaster:
Follow I-65 North to I-459 South and exit at Hoover/Pelham exit #13. Turn right onto Highway 31 North. At the first light, turn right onto Municipal Drive. Library parking is immediately on the left.
The Library Board
The Hoover Library Board is appointed by the City of Hoover Council for four year terms, with at least one member of the Board up for reappointment or replacement each year. The library board is granted authority over library service and sets policy for the library, elects the Library Director and oversees expenditures. Library policies regarding our mission, materials, programs, technology, meeting rooms, access to information and general library rules can be found here. The Library Board can be contacted using the button below.
The Library Board meets the third Tuesday of each month at 5:00 p.m. in the Library Board Room, located on the Administrative Level of the Library. The public is invited to attend. If you desire to be notified of regular or special meetings to be conducted by the Library Board, contact the Office of the City Clerk at 444-7557 or cityclerk@hooveralabama.gov.
RESOLUTION OF THE LIBRARY BOARD OF THE CITY OF HOOVER TO PROVIDE THAT A NOTIFICATION LIST BE ESTABLISHED TO COMPLY WITH THE ALABAMA OPEN MEETINGS LAW AND TO ADOPT ROBERT'S RULES OF ORDER
Board Members
Mitzi Eaker
Phil Hutcheson
Hal Humphrey
Lori Martin
Dr. Terry Lamar
Amanda Borden, Library Director
Michael Krawcheck, Trustee Emeritus
Eloise Martens, Trustee Emeritus
Employment
For current open positions with the City of Hoover, go to www.hooveralabama.gov.
The Hoover Public Library is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status orany other legally protected status.
Holiday Closings
| Day | Date | Holiday |
| Monday | December 23, 2024 | Close at 6pm |
| Tuesday | December 24, 2024 | Christmas Eve |
| Wednesday | December 25, 2024 | Christmas Day |
| Thursday | December 26, 2024 | Close at 6pm |
| Monday | December 30, 2024 | Close at 6pm |
| Tuesday | December 31, 2024 | New Year's Eve |
| Wednesday | January 1, 2025 | New Year's Day |
| Thursday | January 2, 2025 | Close at 6pm |
| Monday | January 20, 2025 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day |
| Friday | April 18, 2025 | Good Friday |
| Sunday | April 20, 2025 | Easter Sunday |