Fairmount Public Library has been a fixture in this community for over 100 years for reading, learning, and more. We offer a wide variety of services to the community, including children’s programs throughout the year, technical services and internet access, materials for borrowing, and much more. Fairmount Public Library is a place where lifelong learning begins, and continues for all its community members.
Fairmount Public Library
217 S Main St, Fairmount, IN
46928 USA
“Located on South Main Street in Fairmount, Indiana, Fairmount Public Library offers a variety of services to the community, the Madison-Grant School System, and out-of-town visitors to the area. Serving the residents of Fairmount Township, which includes the Towns of Fairmount and Fowlerton, Fairmount Public Library strives to offer materials in various formats to accommodate diverse readers, programming for all ages, and basic technology assistance when needed.
Special Olympics Young Athletes is a sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities (ID), ages 2 to 7 years old. Through Young Athletes activities, children grow and develop valuable motor skills, like walking and running, while also enhancing social and cognitive skills through interaction with their peers with and without ID. The opportunity for growth leads to a change in perception and a recognition for families of the value and worth of their child.
Fairmount Public Library has partnered with LifeStream to circulate Dementia/Alzheimher's Caregiver Memory Kits to any Fairmount Public Library cardholder. There are 3 kits available for check-out, including General, Outdoor, and Later Stage. Various items are included in the kits, such as information books, various activities, puzzles, games, and sensory toys. Each cardholder will receive a Keepsake Packet from the librarian as a thank you for checking out the kit and for all the things they do for their loved one.
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Whether your child is just learning how to read or looking for books to read in their spare time, Fairmount Public Library has something for every child!
Looking for a place to meet other people? Need help with that tricky math homework? We have a variety of programs for teens to learn, socialize, and more!
From book clubs to monthly coloring nights, Fairmount Public Library offers many programs for adults to relax, make friends, and discover new books.
When you're looking to discover your family tree, or just want to learn more about Indiana's history, come check out our comprehensive genealogy library.
We accept both book donations and monetary donations throughout the year.
Plus, we're always seeking volunteers to help with our special events and other programs.
Links for Patrons:
Getting a library card
A person must be at least six years old to receive a library card. A parent/guardian must accompany a juvenile or teen patron, show a valid ID, and sign the membership card. Adults must show a valid ID and fill out a membership card to receive a Library card.
Each patron will be assigned a Library card number that will serve as their patron User ID. This will allow the patron to access their Library account from our website: www.fairmountlibrary.net.
The password for their Library account will be the patron’s last name, all in small letters.
Resident Information
The Fairmount Public Library District is composed of the Town of Fairmount; the Town of Fowlerton; and Fairmount Township. These areas support the library funds by being assessed a library fee through their property tax bills.
Citizens living in Elwood, Summitville (both in Madison County), Swayzee, and Upland may also be granted Fairmount Public Library cards upon showing a valid ID and their current home library card. This is made possible through a Reciprocal Borrowing agreement with the Grant and Madison Country libraries.
Non-Resident Information
Anyone living outside the Fairmount Public Library service district may obtain a library card for an annual fee of $35 (as of March 1, 2023). Subject to change.
The Interlibrary Loan system combines access to the library collections of public; special; academic and the State Library, making more materials accessible to our patrons. This process may be initiated by the Library Director or the patron may be instructed through the process by the Library Director.
If the Library does not have a title in its collection, a book may be borrowed from another library within the state or possibly from an out-of-state library. In-state borrowings are free. If the patron accepts an out-of-state borrow, there will be a return mailing fee and/or other fees incurred.
Some things you should know about ILL:
To log in to your library account, go to this website. Your login is your Fairmount Public Library card number with a lower case p: ie (p1234) and your last name in lower case for the password.