Effingham Public Library to Celebrate 140th Birthday Friday

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Published on July 24 2023 3:27 pm
Last Updated on July 24 2023 3:28 pm

The Effingham Public Library will celebrate its 140th birthday on Friday, July 28 from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM.

The celebration will take place in the Library with an open house, some sweet treats, and other activities. Some of the Library’s long history will also be on display.

The Suzette Brumleve Memorial Effingham Public Library has only been in its current location for eight years but its history goes back much farther. Ann Fally started a circulating library in Effingham in 1858, but, when she moved away, all 70 books in the collection were lost.

Effingham would not see another library until 1883 when the Effingham Ladies Library Association was incorporated by Nellie Bliss White in July. The library began with 600 books.

Effingham Public Library's Director, Amanda McKay, says, "The Library has gone through a lot of changes since its inception. It began with 600 books and now has over 50,000 as well as computers, eResources, programs, and more. We are a hub for community connection and are so proud to be part of our community’s long history."

This is a free event and registration is not required. If you have questions about the event, call the library at 217-342-2464, Ext. 1, or email info@effinghamlibrary.org.