Spencer Branch
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MCPL Spencer
Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch
105 South Park Street
Spencer, Wisconsin 54479
call: 715-659-3996
email: info@mcpl.us
| Â | Hours |
|---|---|
| Mon. | 1–7 p.m. |
| Tue. | 10 a.m.–4 p.m. |
| Wed. | 1–7 p.m. |
| Thu. | 10 a.m.–4 p.m. |
| Fri. | 10 a.m.–4 p.m. |
| Sat. | 10 a.m.–2 p.m. |
| Sun. | – |
Athens
Edgar
Hatley
Marathon City
Mosinee
Rothschild
Spencer
Stratford
Wausau
History of the Spencer BranchÂ
The history of the Spencer Branch Library dates back to 1875, when the Village of Spencer purchased “thirty books for the library” for $19.33, demonstrating the early settlers’ commitment to literacy and access to reading materials.
Formal recognition of the library came in 1941 when County Librarian Kay Biwer proposed establishing a Spencer branch of the county library. The local American Legion sponsored this initiative, and the first books arrived by mail from the county.
In 1946, the newly organized Women’s Club took on the library as its first project, working to secure better accommodations for the growing collection. The Women’s Club has continued its support of the library over the years.
In 1966, the Village of Spencer took over responsibility for the library, incorporating it into the Village Hall. This commitment was renewed with the completion of a new village complex in 1997, which provided improved facilities for the library.
Over time, the Spencer Branch Library has expanded its services, adding family and children’s programs, public computers, Internet access, and a significantly larger book collection, ensuring its place as a valuable community resource.
Marathon County Public Library (MCPL)
- Phone: 715-261-7200
- Fax: 715-261-7204
- Email: info@mcpl.us
- 24/7 account status: 715-261-7209