Board of TrusteesThe Board of Trustees meets on the second Tuesday of each month to discuss library business and operations. Meetings are open to the public and begin at 6:00 p.m. at the Rosiclare Memorial Public Library, 308 Main Street , Rosiclare, Illinois 62982.
Our HistoryThe Rosiclare Memorial Public Library began as a Works Progress Administration (W.P.A) project sponsored by the Woman’s Club in 1936. The library was first located in the basement of the Y.M.C.A. building. It started with donated books and the librarian, Mrs. Anna Curtis also supervised the bowling alley next door. In 1944, it became apparent that the library needed to become tax supported in…
Mission StatementThe mission of the Rosiclare Memorial Public Library shall be to provide all residents of the library community with reliable information and technology which meets their needs and interests. The library is part of the educational and cultural life of Rosiclare and assists in the democratic process through the free communication of ideas to develop and enhance the citizens' lives.