Danville VA Public Library

Danville VA Public Library This is the official page of the Danville Public Library, a division of City of Danville Parks and Recreation. The building is named after Ruby B.

Archie, Danville's first African American female mayor and beloved English teacher.

September’s Library Current is Now Available! 🍂Check out our newsletter for more about Reflections of Home Arts Week, ou...
08/31/2026

September’s Library Current is Now Available! 🍂

Check out our newsletter for more about Reflections of Home Arts Week, our Hobbit Day celebration, September programs and events, reading recommendations, and more!

Click the link below and see what’s coming up this month! ✨

https://www.calameo.com/read/0018357327b9d2b65515a

Stop by for our quarterly puzzle swap! No puzzles? No problem! We have plenty to share!
08/29/2026

Stop by for our quarterly puzzle swap! No puzzles? No problem! We have plenty to share!

We remember Dolly Parton for a life dedicated not only to music, but to the power of books, literacy, and the belief tha...
08/27/2026

We remember Dolly Parton for a life dedicated not only to music, but to the power of books, literacy, and the belief that every child deserves the chance to discover the joy of reading.

Through her Imagination Library, Dolly helped put millions of books into the hands of children around the world, inspiring generations of young readers to dream, imagine, and believe in themselves.

We invite you to explore our library resources to learn more about Dolly’s remarkable life and lasting legacy.

Thank you, Dolly, for every song, every story, every book, and every dream you helped inspire.

We will always love you. ❤️

🎨 Submissions are OPEN for the Reflections of Home Arts Week Art Exhibition!Calling all artists ages 13 and up! Submit y...
08/25/2026

🎨 Submissions are OPEN for the Reflections of Home Arts Week Art Exhibition!

Calling all artists ages 13 and up! Submit your original painting, photography, or mixed media artwork for a chance to be featured in our exhibition. 🖼️✨

Prizes will be awarded for Best Painting, Best Mixed Media, and Best Photography in both Youth and Adult categories.

Submission Open: August 1–September 16
Free to enter!
Ages 13 & up

Ready to enter? Size requirements, submission guidelines, categories, and all the details you need can be found on our website at the link below:

https://www.danvilleva.gov/2428/Art-Exhibition

Great news! We have extended our Bookmark Challenge submission date to Tuesday, September 8th! Stop by a circulation des...
08/24/2026

Great news! We have extended our Bookmark Challenge submission date to Tuesday, September 8th! Stop by a circulation desk today to pick up or drop off your submission form. Winning designs from each age category will be printed and available at desks throughout Arts Week at the Library. All ages are welcome!

We’re looking for a scenic photograph of Danville to feature on the cover of this year’s Words from Home literary journa...
08/18/2026

We’re looking for a scenic photograph of Danville to feature on the cover of this year’s Words from Home literary journal! Whether it’s a familiar view along the river, a favorite downtown building, a neighborhood you love, or a place that simply feels like home, we want to see Danville through your eyes. 💙

📷 Only horizontal photos of scenery or architecture will be considered.
📧 Send your photo to [email protected]

By submitting your photo, you agree to allow your work to be featured in the Words from Home journal and in promotional materials for the journal.

Curious about last year’s journal? Take a look at the first edition of Words from Home here:

https://www.calameo.com/read/00183573282865c02e558

Russell, Rachel, and Rachael chat with our guest Emily Campbell, Community Events Coordinator for Danville Parks and Rec...
08/15/2026

Russell, Rachel, and Rachael chat with our guest Emily Campbell, Community Events Coordinator for Danville Parks and Recreation. We discuss the meaningful companionship of books, the simple joy of reading children’s literature, and the importance of whimsy in all stages of life. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2327302/episodes/19626837

Together we read over 2,000 books, completed 735 activities on Beanstack, and attended 113 programs at the library this ...
08/08/2026

Together we read over 2,000 books, completed 735 activities on Beanstack, and attended 113 programs at the library this summer!

The age of dinosaurs might be over, but the library fun doesn’t stop! Check out our website calendar for a list of fall events and join our year-long ‘Booked Monthly’ reading challenge on Beanstack for more prizes.

🎙📚New episode drop! Russell, Rachael, and Rachel discuss the August Reading Challenge, Saved by the Bell, reading books ...
08/01/2026

🎙📚New episode drop! Russell, Rachael, and Rachel discuss the August Reading Challenge, Saved by the Bell, reading books about a teacher or set in a school. We discuss a wide variety of genres through all age groups and explore the many nostalgic sensations associated with the back to school season. 🚌🏫🍎Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2327302/episodes/19543628

Address

511 Patton Street
Danville, VA
24541

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 7pm
Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

+14347995195

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