About Us

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To cultivate an inquisitive and thoughtful community by connecting people with resources both emerging and traditional; connecting people with people; and connecting people with opportunity.
Mission Statement

Read about the history of the library here 📜

Services and Amenities

Computer Lab | Free Wi-Fi 7:00am-10:00pm daily | Printing / Copying /Faxing / Scanning

Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center

Notary Services | One-on-One Technology Help | Passport Photos

Public Telephone | Device Charging Station

Quiet Study Rooms | Cozy Fireplace Seating Area

Meeting Rooms | Event Rooms

With a library card, you will have access to our collection, which includes:

Books for all ages and interests | EBooks / Audio Books

DVDs / BluRay Discs | Free Streaming on Kanopy

Library of Things (Telescopes, Microscopes, Disc Golf, Skis, Pickleball Sets, etc)

Vision and Mobility Aid Items

And the most valuable resource....Courteous and knowledge staff eager to assist in any way!

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History & The Lone Cone Library Foundation

The Norwood Public Library was first established in 1939. At the time it was a one room log cabin, one of the first homesteads in Norwood. (Donated by…

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Little Free Library...New At Lone Cone Library

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Introduction To Lone Cone Library (With A Special Thanks To All Our Supporters!)

Watch this short video for a preview of what we have to offer, with a short message for our supporters!

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Norwood Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center

Our Visitor Center is your gateway to discovering all that Norwood and the Lone Cone Library have to offer. Whether you're a local resident or a…

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“One More Time”

The story of our painting above the fireplace

Charlie Fowler Collection

Charlie Fowler (February 18, 1954 – November 14, 2006) was an extraordinary mountain climber, writer, and photographer. Known as one of North America'…

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Library Card

Request a library card online or in-person!

Read about the history of the library here 📜

Services and Amenities

With a library card, you will have access to our collection, which includes:

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