The Algoma Public Library was established in 1878, or at least by some records. Other records state 1898. The date we know for sure is 1921. Our little library, no matter when it started, has been a staple of the community since it opened it's doors. 

Through the years the Algoma Public Library has called many places home. Today's location, at 406 Fremont Street, become home on June 2, 1974. The building was once the Door-Kewaunee County Teachers College.

As of January 1988, the library had 20,003 books, 295 videos, 61 film strips, 813 records, 16mm films and 87 art prints.