Eatonton-Putnam County Library
Manager, Abrielle Norwood
putnam@azalealibraries.org
(706) 485-6768
Library Hours:
Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri: 9:00AM - 6:00PM
Thurs: 9:00AM - 8:00PM
Saturday: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Sunday: 2:00PM - 6:00PM
Eatonton-Putnam County Library
309 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton, GA. 31024
Eatonton-Putnam County Library Services & Resources
Free public computer access and 24/7 Wi-Fi
Print & Digital Collections
AWE Early Literacy Station computers (ages 2–8)
Quiet study room and Genealogy Room
Materials pick-up book lockers (after hours access)
Wireless printing, copying, notary, scanning, and faxing
Launchpads, Wonder & Vox Books, Playaways, and WhaZoodles for kids!
Visually impaired workstation (27" monitor, high-contrast keyboard, Chrome OS accessibility)
Free programs and events for all ages
Borrow a Chromebook for at-home or in-library use
Digital libraries (eBooks, audiobooks, magazines) via hoopla, Libby, and Freading (see Digital Resources page)
Historic Carnegie Room for children (built 1916, restored 2020; view Renovation Photos)
Georgia Carnegie Libraries Passport Trail participant (learn more at georgialibraries.org/carnegie)
On-site Alice Walker Mini Museum
*Many services & resources require a PINES Library Card
Alice Walker Mini-Museum
Funded by the Georgia Public Library Service Community Partnership Grant, the Alice Walker Mini-Museum displays limited-edition books donated from Walker’s personal collection, photos from the 2019 Alice Walker 75th Birthday Celebration, and an original Carnegie writing desk. A display case highlights a signed copy of The Color Purple, alongside additional shelves featuring works by Walker and local authors.
This grant was awarded in partnership with the Georgia Writers Museum in downtown Eatonton. Museum Director Melissa Swindell worked with Dr. Chip Bell to donate a Remington typewriter to our mini-museum. The typewriter replicates the Smith Corona model Alice Walker's mother gave her when she left Eatonton for Spelman College in Atlanta. In August 2023, Larry Moore visited the mini-museum and shared stories of his friendship with Walker. We hope the mini-museum will inspire future young readers and writers through the A. W. Writers Guild.
The Eatonton-Putnam County Library team is proud to honor Alice Walker with this mini-museum and exhibit.
Friends of the Library
The Eatonton‑Putnam County Friends of the Library strengthens both the library and the wider Putnam County community through dedicated volunteer service, advocacy, and a shared commitment to literacy. The organization partners with local groups and civic organizations to ensure residents have consistent access to quality reading materials, supports the library’s literacy and educational initiatives, and provides essential funding for programs such as the annual Summer Reading Program. By working closely with the library team, the Friends help ensure that every corner of Putnam County is served and that the library remains a vibrant, accessible resource for all.
Eatonton-Putnam FOL needs a secretary and treasurer, and is still looking for more active volunteers to assist with upcoming library event.
