Capitan Public Library
Capitan Public Library
A small library where big things happen!
Capitan Public Library is one of just three full service public libraries in Lincoln County. Founded in 1996, it's rapidly become a vital, steadily growing, and constantly evolving community resource, enriching the lives of many. Everyone is welcome to use the library and library cards are free to all Lincoln County residents.

Plant & Garden Sale - May 5, 8AM - 2PM
For sale at the library will be bedding plants, house plants, succulents, outside plants and shrubs, yard art, pottery, gifts for Mom and a bake sale.

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Not Too Shabby Closed Until April 26
Closed while the store is being cleaned, painted and rearranged.

New Online Catalog
You can now access information from home or on the road. Easily search for books and materials within our system. With your library card, log into your personal account to manage reserves and renewals. Get started now by using the following link...
Capitan Public Library Online Catalog

Books are just the beginning
Sure, everyone associates books with libraries and Capitan Public Library is no different. But there's also a wide selection of videos, DVD's and audio-books available for check-out. Added up all together there's about 12,000 items in the collection! Plus three local newspapers and numerous magazines to choose from. Free online services available to all library patrons inclue Ancestry Library Edition, Britannica Online and others.

Keep connected via the Internet - FREE!
We're proud to offer free Internet access and free Wi-Fi wireless Internet service to keep you plugged into the bigger world. So come on in, make yourself comfortable at one of our computer stations and check email or cruise the Internet for school, work or pleasure. If you have your own Wi-Fi capable laptop computer, you'll be able to tap right in to our high-speed connection.

A place to do, things to learn
The library is host to a wide variety of educational programs and services. For children there's a weekly preschool story hour, after-school programs, and summer reading events. Adults enjoy the popular 1st Friday lecture series and free art and computer classes. And everyone looks forward to the annual Santa Parade!

Be a part of it all
We invite you to explore this website and all the library has to offer. In addition to the information and resources found here, our friendly all-volunteer staff will be happy to assist you in any way possible. Just ask!
Address & Directions
101 E. 2nd Street
PO Box 1169
Capitan, NM88316

The library is located at the corner of 2nd Street and Lincoln Avenue. From Highway 380 go south on Lincoln Avenue one block.

Hours
Tuesday - Thursday : 10 AM - 6 PM
Friday & Saturday : 10 AM - 2 PM
Sunday & Monday : Closed

Holidays
Closed on the following:

New Years Eve & Day, Thanksgiving Eve & Day, Christmas Eve & Day. Additional days depending on the calendar.

Additional Book Drop
In front of Lincoln County News
Carrizozo

Phone
575-354-3035

Fax
575-354-3223

Email


Donations are needed to maintain the daily operation of the library, and are tax deductible.

Click the "Donate" button below or visit the Donations page for more info.