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Books & Media Access

Discover our vast collection of books, DVDs, and audiobooks available for borrowing. Enjoy unlimited access to knowledge. Stop by and explore what we have!

Online Collections!

Dive into our online collection of historical photographs, books, records and objects. Search this collection to gain insights into your ancestry and local history.

Stax

Hi!  I'm Stax.  I'm a reading raccoon and I live at the Breathitt County Public Library.  I love to travel and go on exciting adventures.  I've been to places like Gulf Shores, Alabama, Mammoth Cave in Kentucky, and I LOVE to attend local sporting events in my hometown of Jackson.  If you spot me out and about on an adventure stop and say 'Hi' and take a picture with me.  After each of my adventures I like to come back home to the library and read books about the places I've been.

Teen Advisory Board

The board is made up of teenagers from across the county from different schools and different walks of life. The teen advisory board is helping shape the library into a more inviting space for young people.
The Teen Advisory Board is open to any teen in Breathitt County regardless of where they go to school, their gender, or race.

We have three requirements. You must be between the ages of 13 - 18 (7th grade-12th grade), you must live in Breathitt County and you must want to make an impact on your community by helping the largest FREE services facility in the county.

Dolly Partin Imagination Library

The Breathitt County Public Library actively participates in the Dolly Partin Imagination Library. The Imagination Library gives books to children from birth to the age of 5 years old.

Research Assistance

Need help with research? Our knowledgeable staff is here to assist with any inquiries or resource needs. We have available:  

Copy Machine.

Genealogy Reference Room.

Microfiche Viewing Machines.

Library Staff

Director

Stephen D. Bowling

Director. Serving Since 2001.

Librarians

Thelma Gross-Haddix

Circulation. Serving Since 2015.

Sandy Napier

Circulation. Serving Since 2017.

Misty Little
Heritage Center, Programming and Circulation. Serving Since 2003.

Susan Pugh

Extended Services and Cataloging. Serving Since 2002.

George Turner

Special Collections and Circulation. Serving Since 2024.

Library Board

Board Chair: Rena Hamblin

Vice Chair: Annette Coomer

Secretary: Teresa Watkins

Treasurer: Carol Chaney

Member: Ted Edmonds

FAQs

WHAT WE OFFER:

Programming for all ages.

Loaner Gardening Tools.

Fun and educational programs for developing youngsters!

6 Public Access Computers.

Free Wi-Fi.

Nearly 60,000 Books, Movies, Videos and Recorded Books.

Multiple Meeting Room spaces.

Notary.

Fax.

Copy Machine.

Genealogy Reference Room.

Microfiche Viewing Machines.

A friendly and helpful staff.

And So Much More! Stop By and See For Yourself.

You can apply for a library card in person with a valid state issued or Military ID and proof of residency in Breathitt County.

Yes! We have a range of programs specifically designed for children of all ages. Check our monthly calendar to see what programs we have planned.

Absolutely! All library cardholders can access our digital library for eBooks and audiobooks. Library card must not be expired.

We are open Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Saturdays, we are open from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Except for Holidays.

You can support us by registering for a library card or renewing your expired card. You can volunteer, participate in events or programs. Just let us know that you are interested in supporting us and what you are interested in.