On March 8, 1883, at a meeting of the W.C.T.U., $38 was secured to establish a reading room over Cash & Busby's Store. In 1908, the City Commission accepted the Andrew Carnegie offer of $10,000 to build a Free Library Building for the City of Huron. This building opened to the public September 3, 1909, and served the city for 56 years. In the fall of 1965, the building was razed and the present structure erected on the same site.
On September 18, 1966, the new library building was dedicated. This facility continues to provide library services for the Huron residents.
Because the funding for the Huron Public Library is provided by the Huron City Government, residents of Huron are entitled to become a registered borrower of the Huron Public Library.
Residency will be determined by current driver's license and/or other ID. People living outside of the Huron City Limits may apply for the appropriate type of card as listed below. Types of library cards:1. Resident: People owning or renting property within the city limits of Huron may apply for a Huron Resident Library Card.
2. Non-residents of Huron, Rural residents of Beadle County: People owning or renting property in Beadle County, outside the Huron City Limits, may purchase a Non-resident library card for $20/year. One-half of the annual fee is paid by the Beadle County Commission, and one-half of the annual fee is paid by the individual family. (Family charge will be $10/year.) With this card, the family may borrow up to 20 items at one time.
Non-residents of Huron, Rural residents living outside of Beadle County: People owning or renting property outside of Beadle County may purchase an annual family Non-Resident card for $20/year/family. With this card, the family may borrow up to 20 items at one time.
3. College students, Students living in Huron (Driver's license must be a Huron address inside the city limits): These students may apply for a Resident library card.
College students, Other students (Driver's license address is anything other than a Huron city address): A student may apply for a deposit library card, $20 deposit/school term. With this card, the student may borrow up to 3 books at one time. At the end of the school year, the deposit will be refunded if all items are returned and all fines paid.
4. Schools outside the Huron City Limits: Schools may apply for a school card, $25/school year. With this card, 25 items may be borrowed at one time.
Book Collection: All of the latest books by your favorite authors from Danielle Steel to Dr. Seuss. Books on every subject imaginable and for every age will help you live life to the fullest.
Paperback Collection: An extensive collection of romances, mysteries, titles for young adults and children, and much more.
Large Print Collection: A large collection of books by well-known and popular authors in an easy-to-read format.
Magazines: Approximately 150 titles covering business, news, health, hobbies, fashion, gardening, home, and other subjects.
Newspapers: Five South Dakota papers, plus USA TODAY, THE WALL STREET JOURNAL, and others. A complete file (mostly on microfilm) of the local Huron paper.
Audio Cassettes and CDs: A growing collection of adult audio cassettes and compact discs offers a variety of best sellers, works by favorite authors, and popular non-fiction. A new collection of Juvenile Audio Cassettes offers book-and-tape packs. Children may read and listen to the book at the same time. (NOTE: CD collection does not contain music CDs.)
Computer Software: A small and growing collection of computer software is available for home loan by adults.
South Dakota Collection: Books about the state and/or by South Dakota authors. Includes some unusual pamphlets and clippings.
South Dakota State Documents: Useful publications of the South Dakota State government, including the South Dakota Codified Laws.
Art Prints: IN STORAGE until more display space is available.
Videos: Approximately 1800 videos are available for loan to adults. Includes works for adults and children.
Laptops: Laptop computers may be checked out by parents of Huron School District preschool - 6th grade students. Parents must have a Huron Public Library card to check out School to Work materials. If there are computers available, parents of Huron School District 7 - 12 grade students may check out laptop computers after 7:30 PM.
LOAN PERIOD RENEWALS FINES MAX FINE BORROWED AT ONE TIME
Books Adult 3 weeks Yes 5¢/day $2.00 No more than 4 per subject Children 3 weeks Yes 2¢/day $1.00 5 if parent is not present Paperbacks Adult 3 weeks Yes 5¢/day $1.00 Children 3 weeks Yes 2¢/day $1.00 Magazines Adult 1 week Yes 5¢/day $1.00 Some do not circulate Children 1 week Yes 2¢/day $1.00 See list for titles Pamphlet VF 3 weeks No 5¢/day $1.00 Audiocassettes and CDs Adult 3 weeks Yes 25¢/day $10.00 4 Children 3 weeks Yes 25¢/day $5.00 2 Toys Must be 18+ 3 weeks No 25¢/day $5.00+ 2 $2.00 processing fee Videos Must be 18+ 3 days No $2.00/day $10.00 4 Computer Software Must be 18+ 1 week No 50¢/day $5.00 2 Laptop Computers Must be 21+ 3 weeks No $5.00/day $100.00+1 per household Parents of K-6 have top priority $50.00 processing fee
CHARGES FOR LOST MATERIALS
Books In print current list price in Books in Print, same edition Out of print adult fiction $10.00 adult non-fiction $15.00 children's E or J $8.00 (library binding) children's E or J $6.00 (trade binding)
Paperbacks current list price in Books in Print or on book or $2.00
Magazines and pamphlets $2.00
Rare Books price will be determined at the time of loss by the library director
Audiocassettes Adult price will be determined at the time of loss by the library director Children price will be determined at the time of loss by the library director
Computer Software price will be determined at the time of loss by the library director
Videos price will be determined at the time of loss by the library director
At the discretion of the library directory, a patron may
replace lost materials and pay a processing fee.
NO REFUNDS on lost materials after threes months. If lost item that has been paid is returned before three months, subtract the maximum fine + 50¢, and then refund the remaining amount. Please fill out refund request slip and give to technical services librarian.
The skilled assistance of the Children's Librarian, who has special experience and training.
A fine collection of carefully chosen material ranging from picture books to books suitable for young teens.
"Story Hour" for pre-schoolers during Fall and Winter months.
Free movies during the Summer and at Holiday times.
Tours, orientation, and instruction in the use of the library for children and/or teachers.
Special programs and workshops.
The annual "Summer Reading Program." Books to read and discuss, movies, craft workshops, special events, prizes. The library is currently preparing for the Summer 2005 program.
We are happy to answer your questions whether presented in person or by telephone. We will also help you use library materials, indexes, and the computerized on-line catalog.
You may borrow books, magazine articles, and other materials not available at the Huron Public Library from the South Dakota State Library or elsewhere. Please inquire at the reference desk for additional information about this computerized service.
South Dakota Library Network Online Catalog
The Huron Public Library (HPL) is a full-time member of the South Dakota Library Network. This on-line catalog and network provides computerized searching of library collections for needed information. SDLN also provides several indexes which are available for registered library patrons. Indexes include General Magazine Index, ERIC, Health Index, Argus Leader Index, Indian Country Today Index, Books in Print, and Deadwood Newspaper Index.
Internet use time may be reserved for one-half hour sessions of Internet searching. Only one session/day may be reserved. No E-Mail addresses/account available through the Huron Public Library. Copies may be printed at $.05/copy. Material may be downloaded on a disk purchased at the Huron Public Library for $1. Parents are encouraged to explore the Internet WITH their children!
The Huron Public Library Trustees Memorial Fund has been established to accept your donation to the library. Use of your donation may be specified. For more information, contact Colleen Smith at the library, 353-8530.
An organization of individuals interested in promoting and supporting the collections and services of the Huron Public Library. Monthly used book sales are held at the library. Books, magazines, and other items are accepted as donations for the sale.
Book sale items are received through community donations and/or library discards. Used books and magazines are sold at bargain prices. Book sales are held the 4th Thursday of each month except the months of November and December.
The Friends of the Library and the Huron La Sertoma members volunteer their time to operate the monthly book sales.
Proceeds from the book sales are used to support special collections and/or programs.
Items for sale include: Many current magazines Many, many National Geographic Magazines South Dakota and Midwest history books Paperbacks of all kinds Popular fiction and non-fiction Special areas of interest, as donations are received Discarded Reference materials Children's books and paperbacks
Volunteers organized to offer reading instruction for adults wishing to improve their reading skills. Tutors are trained to work one-on-one with an adult student. For more information, contact Colleen Smith at the library, 353-8530.