The mission of the Atlanta Public Library is to improve the quality of life of its patrons by expanding their horizons, meeting their learning needs, and enhancing their interests in meaningful and entertaining ways.
Photo credit: Kevin Eatinger at www.kevineatingerphoto.com
Located at 100 South East Race Street, across from Route 66 Park in historic downtown Atlanta, Illinois, the Atlanta Public Library District is a hub of community activity and an attraction for tourists who are making the Route 66 pilgrimage.
Library Services
In addition to a collection of several thousand books, the library also hosts a collection of DVDs and audiobooks, all available for checkout to anyone with a current Illinois library card.
Mission Statement
The Atlanta Public Library District strives to be a service-driven community resource for learning, creativity, and engagement. Its mission is to improve patrons' quality of life by expanding their horizons, meeting their learning needs, and enhancing their interests in meaningful and entertaining ways.
APLD has adopted the ALA’s Library Bill of Rights.
Library Hours
Monday: 10a-4p
Tuesday: 10a-7p
Wednesday: 10a-7p
Thursday: 10a-7p
Friday: 10a-4p
Saturday: 10a-4p
Sunday: CLOSED plus for major holidays (New Year’s, Independence, Labor, Thanksgiving & Christmas Days) & also for potential inclement weather; latest updates at Facebook.com/AtlantaPublicLibraryDistrict.com!
Museum Hours
More detailed information at AtlantaMuseum.org!
Contact Information
Atlanta Public Library District
a: 100 S.E. Race St. P.O. Box #68 Atlanta, IL 61723-0068
p: (217) 648-2112 | f: (217) 648-5269
e: Library.Director@AtlantaPLD.org (preferred;
or APLDinformation@gmail.com)
w: AtlantaPLD.org
Atlanta Public Museum
a: 114 S.W. Arch St. P.O. Box #12 Atlanta, IL 61723-0012
p: 217.746.6151
e: Museum.Director@AtlantaPLD.org (preferred;
or AtlantaMuseum@yahoo.com)
w: AtlantaMuseum.org
Also featuring The Palms Grill Cafe building
business opportunity! See below for more info:
Historic opportunity on Route 66! 🚗🍔
The iconic Palms Grill Building (home of the famous Palms Grill Café) at 110 SW Arch Street in Atlanta, Illinois, is available for lease starting May 1, 2026!
Owned by the Atlanta Public Library District, this ~1,600 sq ft space (includes a commercial kitchen) is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Rent is just $600/month + $1,200 security deposit. Lease starts as a 12-month term, renewable annually.
Perfect for a café, bakery, sandwich shop, ice cream spot, or other food service—no frying/grilling allowed due to ventilation/historic regulations, but other prep is fine!
Tenant handles utilities + licenses.
Submit proposals by March 27, 2026, to library.director@atlantapld.org or drop off/mail (PO Box 68, Atlanta, IL 61723) to the library.
Questions? Email jdean@atlantapld.org.
Bring new life to this Route 66 gem! Who’s ready to run the next chapter? Tag a friend who loves historic spots or small-town business!
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The Palms Grill Cafe next to the Atlanta Museum both located in downtown historic Old Route 66 Atlanta, IL