Serving our community since 1949

Email

ohiolibrarybc@yahoo.com

Phone

(815) 376-5422

Address

112 North Main Street  Ohio, IL 61349

Supporting a lifetime enjoyment of reading and learning

Welcome to the Ohio Public Library

Our Mission

The mission of the Ohio Public Library District is to maintain and improve the quality of life for all citizens of our community by providing resources that enhance and contribute to individual knowledge, enlightenment, and enjoyment in the most efficient manner possible.  The library is dedicated to providing practical access to all forms of media.  The Ohio Public Library District is committed to supporting a lifelong enjoyment of reading and learning.

Upcoming Events

The Ohio Library hosts events throughout the year for all ages, including holiday activities and educational events.

Christmas Ornaments

Monday, December 9 at 3:30 p.m.

The Bureau County 4-H is hosting a FREE Christmas ornament making workshop. Join us for some Christmas fun. 

Popular Resources

Our library is here to provide you access to as many books and learning resources as possible. Below are some helpful resources we have partnered with.

E-Read Illinois

Discover unlimited multimedia content with the E-Read Illinois program.

Find More Interlibrary Service

Find More Illinois is a statewide resource that provides sharing access to one interlibrary loan platform.

Ohio Library Card Catalog

Gain online access to our Libary Card Catalog in a digital format. 

PrairieCat Book Search

Prairie Cat is a library catalog that serves 22 counties in northern Illinois.

New Releases

We update our materials frequently. Feel free to check out our catalog page to see all of our inventory at the library!

Traitor's Gate

Jeffrey Archer

After That Night

Karin Slaughter

Don't Trust Cats

Dev Petty

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem

Address

112 North Main Street  
Ohio, IL 61349
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Library Hours

Monday & Friday: 11am - 6pm
Wednesday: 10am - 6pm
Saturday : 9am - 12pm

2025 Closure Dates

Contact Us

(815) 376-5422
ohiolibrarybc@yahoo.com