The mission of the Atlanta Public Library is to improve the quality of life of its patrons by expanding their horizons, meeting their learning needs, and enhancing their interests in meaningful and entertaining ways.
Photo credit: Kevin Eatinger at www.kevineatingerphoto.com
Located at 100 South East Race Street, across from Route 66 Park in historic downtown Atlanta, Illinois, the Atlanta Public Library District is a hub of community activity and an attraction for tourists who are making the Route 66 pilgrimage.
Library Services
In addition to a collection of several thousand books, the library also hosts a collection of DVDs and audiobooks, all available for checkout to anyone with a current Illinois library card.
Mission Statement
The Atlanta Public Library District strives to be a service-driven community resource for learning, creativity, and engagement. Its mission is to improve patrons' quality of life by expanding their horizons, meeting their learning needs, and enhancing their interests in meaningful and entertaining ways.
APLD has adopted the ALA’s Library Bill of Rights.
Library Hours as of 4/1/2026
Monday: 12p-4pm
Tuesday: 12p-7pm
Wednesday: 12p-4pm
Thursday: 10a-7pm
Friday: 12p-4pm
Saturday: 10a-4pm
Sunday: CLOSED plus for major holidays (New Year’s, Independence, Labor, Thanksgiving & Christmas Days) & also for potential inclement weather; latest updates at Facebook.com/AtlantaPublicLibraryDistrict.com!
Museum Hours
More detailed information at AtlantaMuseum.org!
Contact Information
Atlanta Public Library District
a: 100 S.E. Race St. P.O. Box #68 Atlanta, IL 61723-0068
p: (217) 648-2112 | f: (217) 648-5269
e: Library.Director@AtlantaPLD.org (preferred;
or APLDinformation@gmail.com)
w: AtlantaPLD.org
Atlanta Public Museum
a: 114 S.W. Arch St. P.O. Box #12 Atlanta, IL 61723-0012
p: 217.746.6151
e: Museum.Director@AtlantaPLD.org (preferred;
or AtlantaMuseum@yahoo.com)
w: AtlantaMuseum.org
Also featuring The Palms Grill Cafe building
business opportunity! See below for more information:
The Atlanta Public Library District’s Palms Grill Cafe and the Atlanta Museum, all located in downtown Atlanta, IL, on historic Old Route 66!