Libraries have been an important part of Pewaukee’s history since 1855 when Deacon Bell opened a library in his home. By 1880, a small rental library was operating out of Mrs. Simeon Culver’s home. Since that time a library has been operating in many different locations in the village.
In 1904 the first public library was formed by a group of citizens. The village board agreed to appropriate $144.00 for library expenses and a small store building was rented. As the village grew so did the library. In 1958 the Methodist Church on Oakton Ave. was purchased and renovated. On Sunday, April 24, 1960 the new library was dedicated. Congressman Robert Kastenmaier was the main speaker.
The Pewaukee Woman’s Club has long been a strong supporter of the library. By the 1990’s the library had once again outgrown its surroundings and the search for larger facilities began. The site of the old middle school on Main Street became available and with strong community support the land was purchased and planning for a new library was begun.
On September 18, 2005 the grand opening for the Pewaukee Public Library was held.
The library is located at 210 Main St. and is a joint library to serve the citizens of the City and Village of Pewaukee. The service population of the library is approximately 20,000 people. The Pewaukee Public Library is a current member of the Waukesha County Federated Library System. Your library card (CAFÉ) will provide access to over a million items from county libraries.
For more information about the local history collection call the Pewaukee Public Library at (262-691-5670) or go to the Library web site.
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