Library Location, Contact, and Hours
Address:
500 Center Ave.
Bay City, MI 48708
Directions:
Google Maps
Kirsten Wellnitz
Managing Librarian
kwellnitz@baycountylibrary.org
Phone:
989-893-9566 ext. 2111
Fax:
989-893-9799
989-893-7052
Additional Contacts
Children's
Madison Roberts
989-893-9566 ext. 2127
Teen/Fiction
Linda Smith
989-893-9566 ext. 2124
Reference/Local History
Mark Grotelueschen
989-893-9566 ext. 2212
Hours:
Monday – Thursday:
10AM-8PM
Friday – Saturday:
9AM-5PM
Sunday (Sep-May only):
1PM-5PM
Drive-Up Window:
Monday – Thursday:
10AM-8PM
Friday – Saturday:
9AM-5PM
Sunday (Sep-May only):
1PM-5PM
The Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library functions as the main or central library for the Bay County Library System. It is located on the east side of Bay City, Michigan, in the downtown area. In addition to housing the largest collection of materials in the system, it includes a business resource center and core reference collection, a local history and genealogy room, a computer lab, an outdoor reading garden, several study rooms, and a large community meeting room. The administrative offices are located on the second floor.
Additional Parking
The Bay City Downtown Management Board has graciously opened up several parking spaces for public use in the lot on the corner of Center and Adams. When using this lot, please park only in the spaces along Center Avenue that are clearly marked Visitor Parking. There is a 3 hour time limit.
Upcoming Events
Dinosaurs have taken over the library for Dinovember again!
Drop in to knit and crochet with others. Expert knitters on site to help those who need assistance. Supplies not provided, please bring your own project to work on.
Get help with computer issue, learn how to use a device or app, ask questions, and more!
Call (989) 893-9566 Ext. 2303 or email wpeglow@baycountylibrary.org to book your time!
The Bay County Library System will be closing at 5 p.m. in honor of the Thanksgiving Holiday.
The Bay County Library System will be closed Thur, Nov 28, 2024 for the Thanksgiving Holiday.
Drop in to knit and crochet with others. Expert knitters on site to help those who need assistance. Supplies not provided, please bring your own project to work on.