The Gulf Shores Library is Open!  

  • Operating hours are now Monday through Friday, 10am - 6pm. 
  • Social distancing is required
  • Building capacity is 50
  • 4 computers available in the computer lab-
  • Test proctoring is available by appointment
  • Book Drop is open and available at the back of the building
  • Call ahead (968-1176) if you prefer take-out service
  • Meeting room, notary service, and on-site programming not available at this time.

If you are not comfortable entering the building, we are happy to help you by phone at 251-968-1176 or email.

  • Youth Services Questions please email: Amy - Youth Services Librarian (amaliska@gulfshoresal.gov)
  • All Other Questions please email: Wendy - Managing Librarian (wcongiardo@gulfshoresal.gov)

Online Resources

Camellia-NetLibby Icon eBooks and More: Through Camellia Net’s Overdrive (or Libby) platform, patrons can borrow and enjoy free eBooks, eMagazines and eAudio Books from our digital collection.

Kanopy Streaming Video - Kanopy is our new streaming video service provided free to patrons with a valid Adult Thomas B. Norton Public Library Card. Over 34, 000 movies and documentaries as well as the Great Course are available here.

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