Statesville Public Library
A library built for families.
Free storytime, summer reading, homework help, and a makerspace where kids can build, code, and create. No fines on kids' books. Ever.
201 N Tradd St · Open Mon–Thu 9–8, Fri–Sat 9–5, Sun 1–5
Storytime
Where Statesville kids fall in love with reading.
Three storytimes a week, every week of the year. Songs, puppets, bubbles, and a free book to take home on your first visit. Caregivers welcome — bring your coffee.
- Baby Lapsit · Tuesdays 10:00 AM
- Toddler Time · Wednesdays 10:30 AM
- Family Storytime · Saturdays 11:00 AM (bilingual)
Something for every kid in your family
From first board books to teen makerspaces, the library grows with your child.
Babies + Toddlers
Ages 0–3
- Baby Lapsit (Tuesdays, 10:00 AM)
- Toddler Time with songs + bubbles
- Free board books at every well-child visit
- Quiet nursing + diaper-change room on the 1st floor
Preschool
Ages 3–5
- Storytime (Wed + Fri, 10:30 AM)
- Spanish/English bilingual stories — Saturdays
- Pre-K STEAM kits to check out
- 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge
Elementary
Ages 6–11
- After-school homework help (Mon–Thu, 3–6 PM)
- LEGO Club, Pokémon Club, Junior Chess
- Free printable summer reading log
- Library card field trips for local classrooms
Tweens + Teens
Ages 12–18
- Teen Makerspace: 3D printing, sewing, podcasting
- Volunteer hours for honor society + scholarships
- Free SAT/ACT prep books + Khan Academy access
- Anime Club + Dungeons & Dragons night
The Makerspace
Build it, code it, print it — for free.
The 2nd-floor Makerspace gives kids and teens hands-on access to 3D printers, a laser cutter, sewing machines, a podcasting booth, and tablets loaded with coding apps. Drop in any afternoon — no appointment needed for kids' tools.
All free, all year
No paywalls. No catch.Get a library card
Free for anyone who lives, works, or attends school in Iredell County. Kids welcome with a parent.
Homework help
Drop-in tutors Monday–Thursday, plus free online Brainfuse tutoring 24/7.
Free Wi-Fi + computers
Public computers, printing, and a hotspot lending program for families without home internet.
Family programs
Crafts, science nights, author visits, and movie matinees — all free.
Seed + tool library
Borrow garden seeds, kitchen gadgets, and even a sewing machine with your card.
Museum + park passes
Free family passes to Discovery Place, Schiele, and NC State Parks.
Summer 2026
Summer Reading: Read Beyond the Beaten Path
Sign every kid in your family up between June 1 and August 15. Read 10 books, earn prizes, and join us for live music, food trucks, and the giant inflatable slide on the library lawn.
Register the kids →Get a free library card today
Bring a photo ID and proof of address. Kids need a parent's signature. Takes about 5 minutes.
Walk in
Stop by the main desk anytime we're open.
Show ID
Driver's license, utility bill, or school ID.
Start borrowing
Up to 50 items per card, including ebooks.
Family questions, answered
Do kids need their own library card?
Yes — kids of any age can get their own card with a parent or guardian's signature. There's no fee, ever.
Are there fines for late kids' books?
No. We went fine-free on all children's and teen materials in 2022. Just bring them back when you can.
Is the library a safe place to drop my kid off?
Children 8 and under must have a caregiver in the building, but the library is a welcoming space for older kids to do homework, hang out, and read after school.
Do you have programs in Spanish?
Yes. Bilingual storytime runs every Saturday at 11 AM, and we have a growing Spanish-language collection for all ages.