Amherst County Public Library

Amherst County Public Library The Amherst County Public Library has two locations: one in Amherst, Virginia and one in Madison Heights, Virginia. Amherst Library
382 S. Main Street
P.O.
(1)

Box 370
Amherst, VA 24521
434-946-9488, ext. 1

Hours:
Monday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sunday CLOSED



Madison Heights Library
200 River Jam

es Shopping Center
Madison Heights, VA 24572
434-946-9488, ext. 2

Hours:
Monday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tuesday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sunday CLOSED



BOTH libraries offer these library services:
~ Copiers
~ Meeting Room facilities
~ Programs for Youth, Teens, and Adults
~ Art exhibits and displays
~ Virginia Collection
~ Reference Assistance
~ Interlibrary Loan

Summer is almost here and our program starts soon! Stop in at either library location starting today to register for the...
06/01/2026

Summer is almost here and our program starts soon!

Stop in at either library location starting today to register for the summer reading program, Unearth a Story!

The Madison Heights Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale is right around the corner!Come ready to shop on Saturday, J...
05/30/2026

The Madison Heights Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale is right around the corner!

Come ready to shop on Saturday, June 6th from 10am to 1pm!

Join us TODAY for the final Chess program of May!See you at the Madison Heights Library starting at 10:30am!
05/30/2026

Join us TODAY for the final Chess program of May!

See you at the Madison Heights Library starting at 10:30am!

Join us at the Madison Heights Library TODAY starting at 10:30am for a fun story time!
05/28/2026

Join us at the Madison Heights Library TODAY starting at 10:30am for a fun story time!

We've got another Puzzle Challenge!Join us at the Amherst Library on Saturday, June 13th from 10:30am to 1:00pm for a fu...
05/27/2026

We've got another Puzzle Challenge!

Join us at the Amherst Library on Saturday, June 13th from 10:30am to 1:00pm for a fun program! Make sure to sign-up in person or call and reserve your spot!

On June 30th, 2026, there will be an Amherst County Community Blood Drive sponsored by Amherst Fire & EMS at the Madison...
05/26/2026

On June 30th, 2026, there will be an Amherst County Community Blood Drive sponsored by Amherst Fire & EMS at the Madison Heights Public Library in the parking lot.

The Bloodmobile will be there from 10:30am to 4:30pm, but you must make an appointment to donate!

To make an appointment:
- Scan the QR code below
- Visit the website (https://bit.ly/AFEMS0630)
- Call the number below and make sure to use the correct code (also posted below).

Join us at the Amherst Library TODAY for story time starting at 10:30am!
05/26/2026

Join us at the Amherst Library TODAY for story time starting at 10:30am!

The Amherst County Public Library is closed TODAY in observance of Memorial Day.We will reopen with regular hours tomorr...
05/25/2026

The Amherst County Public Library is closed TODAY in observance of Memorial Day.

We will reopen with regular hours tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26.

The Madison Heights Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale is coming soon!Get ready to shop on Saturday, June 6th from ...
05/23/2026

The Madison Heights Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale is coming soon!

Get ready to shop on Saturday, June 6th from 10am to 1pm!

Join us TODAY at the Madison Heights Library for the Chess Program starting at 10:30am!See you there!
05/23/2026

Join us TODAY at the Madison Heights Library for the Chess Program starting at 10:30am!

See you there!

Address

382 S Main Street
Amherst, VA
24521

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 8pm
Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

+14349469488

Website

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