Founded in 1927, the Bellaire Public Library serves the greater community of Bellaire, Ohio, a small community nestled between the foothills of the Appalachian mountains and the banks of the Ohio River.
Since 1960, the Library is located in the Mellott Memorial Building, located at the corners of Guernsey and 32nd Street, a stone’s throw away from the historic Great Stone Viaduct Bridge.
The Library serves over 1600 registered borrowers and circulates over 50,000 items a year. A variety of programs is provided for all age groups throughout the year.
OUR MISSION:
The mission of Bellaire Public Library is to promote lifelong learning for all.
Our Vision:
The Bellaire Public Library empowers its patrons by providing access to the information and resources they need to support self-fulfillment, personal growth, and lifelong learning.
OUR Values:
The core value of the library is to create a safe and welcoming space built on respect, where our community can learn, grow, and thrive. Discrimination or intimidation because of race, color, creed, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability is not tolerated.