Union City Indiana Library

The Library got its inception from a society of young ladies that was organized April 23, 1887. Through their efforts, along with other literary and social organizations, the beginnings of a city library were established. A Library Board was formally organized April 10, 1902.

Having attained four central lots that were designated as a park and for a library building, the Library Board sought a grant from Andrew Carnegie. With a $10,000 grant, the building became a reality in 1904. The basement of the building was unused until 1961 at which time it was fixed up as the children’s area.

Throughout the years, improvements to the grounds and the interior of the building have been carried out. The biggest renovation took place in 1988 with the addition of an elevatorette and new stairs in the south entry of the building. New shelving was built, carpeting installed, walls painted, blinds, and lighting updated and replaced. During this same time, a new furnace and central air conditioning was installed.

The library has continued to grow in not only books but in technology also. There are now seven computers available to the public with print capabilities and high speed Internet access. The computers are available whenever the library is open and are on a first come, first serve basis.