Oneida Public Library

Oneida Public Library is dedicated to the enrichment, enlightenment, education and entertainment of the whole community. It provides free, open, easy access to information and diverse materials in multiple formats. The library is in the city of Oneida, in Madison County, and a drive-up window adds convenience for patrons who want to pick up and go.

The library’s roots go back to 1879, when Mrs. S. S. Goodwin invited the leading ladies of Oneida Village society to her home to discuss forming a community library over tea and cakes. The Ladies Circulating Library Association that came out of that meeting became Oneida’s first formal library. Today the library serves about 15,000 residents in its library district and holds some 55,000 books, periodicals and audiovisual items.

What to Know

• The library traces its start to 1879 and the Ladies Circulating Library Association.
• It serves the roughly 15,000 residents of its library district.
• The collection includes about 55,000 books, periodicals and audiovisual items.
• It offers children’s and adult programming, plus space for community groups and one-on-one tutoring.
• A drive-up window is available.