Our Mission
The Mission of the Altoona Area Public Library is to provide a friendly, interactive, informative, and dynamic patron experience.
The Mission of the Altoona Area Public Library is to provide a friendly, interactive, informative, and dynamic patron experience.
The Altoona Area Public Library, as a leader in our community, is instrumental in engaging and connecting generations through responsive programming, innovative partnerships, and progressive services.
1 We will provide a patron and community-first environment.
2 We will preserve the integrity of our rich community history.
3 We are actively engaged in emerging practices and current technology trends.
4 We anticipate and respond to changes in our community’s needs.
5 We act with honesty, integrity and fairness, in an open exchange of information.
6 We will be exceptional stewards of our community treasure, the Altoona Area Public Library.
Monday: 8:30AM – 8PM
Tuesday: 8:30AM – 8PM
Wednesday: 8:30AM – 5PM
Thursday: 8:30AM – 8PM
Friday: 8:30AM – 5PM
Saturday: 9:00AM – 4PM
Sunday: Closed
**The Family Place toy area in the Youth Room closes 30 minutes before closing time each day.
1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602
814-946-0417
info@altoonalibrary.org