Hopkins Library

Hopkins Library is a public library building in Hopkins featuring around 11,000 square feet of space and modern facilities throughout. The structure has a protective canopy at the entrance and houses computer areas, meeting rooms, rotating art displays, and landscaped outdoor grounds.

Library service in Hopkins began more than a century ago in City Hall, relocated to Dow House in 1948, and moved to its current location in 1968. These relocations show how the service expanded and adapted as the community grew and changed.

The library holds a collection of Czech-language books that reflects the Bohemian immigrants who settled in the area. These materials show how the place serves the literary needs of its longtime residents and their descendants.

The building is walkable and has parking available near 22 11th Avenue North in downtown Hopkins. Visitors should check operating hours during the week, as the library offers services throughout daytime and evening hours.

The first head librarian Bloomie Mountain was appointed in 1932 and enforced strict residency requirements while significantly expanding the collection. Her influence during those early decades shaped the library into a central resource for the community.

Location: Hopkins

Official opening: 1968

GPS coordinates: 44.92556,-93.41417

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:45