Tell City Library serves as vital hub for connectivity, health access
The Perry County Public Library Tell City branch at 2328 Tell Street provides free WiFi, public computers, MiFi hotspot loans, and a wide range of programs that support early literacy, youth engagement, genealogy research and community meeting space. These services expand access to telehealth, benefits and educational resources for residents, addressing local equity and digital access needs.
The Tell City branch of the Perry County Public Library at 2328 Tell Street in Tell City offers a suite of services that residents can use for work, school, health and civic life. The branch serves as a central community hub with public computers, free WiFi and MiFi hotspot lending, along with meeting and study rooms, print, scan and fax services, and circulation of books, DVDs and audiobooks. Patrons can manage accounts and place holds online through the library system while the branch participates in the Evergreen Indiana shared circulation network, expanding title availability statewide.
Regular posted hours are Monday through Wednesday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and closed on Sunday. For up to date details including holiday closures residents should confirm with the branch by phone at 812 547 2661 or consult the branch event calendar at perrycountypl.org/tell-city/.
Program offerings include ongoing children and youth programming such as Pre K Storytime and teen programs including Teen Tuesday in the Dungeon, family and early literacy supports, genealogy resources, interlibrary loan and the Evergreen Indiana catalog access. The branch hosts seasonal craft and family events and provides community rooms that can be used for meetings and local workshops. Many programs are drop in and free, and contacts for program coordinators are available on the branch site.
Beyond books and programs the library plays a practical role in public health and social equity. Free internet and MiFi hotspot loans help residents without reliable home broadband connect to telehealth visits, online benefits applications and health information. Early literacy and family supports contribute to long term educational outcomes, while meeting space offers a neutral location for local health clinics, outreach and community gatherings. For Perry County residents seeking digital access, health resources or a place for community programming the Tell City branch offers essential services and a direct point of contact at 812 547 2661.
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