Rapid City Public Library
Rapid City Public Library
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9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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While exploring Rapid City's vibrant downtown, check out its innovative library! Get hands-on and play, build or design in the Makerspace. Try out a 3D printer. Use a computer or connect to Wi-Fi. Print from your phone, tablet or computer and pick up your prints using the drive-thru or in the library! Browse books, magazines and newspapers. Attend an event – we have something for all ages – concerts, yoga, story time and more. Have a question? We can help!
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9 reviews
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Sharon N
Rapid City, SD24 contributions
May 2018 • Family
The Staff has always been very Helpful. I have used one of the tables on the second floor for a small meeting. Great place.
Written February 9, 2019
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Rapid City Library
We really appreciate this!
Written November 21, 2020
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SusieHiker
Pasadena, California25 contributions
Jun 2018 • Friends
They have so many interesting programs. There are lectures, movies and music. The bulletin board is informative for everything happening around town. Also they make it easy for you to join or start your own book club.
Written July 3, 2018
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Rapid City Library
Thank you so much for the feedback!
Written November 21, 2020
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spiritwheels
Los Angeles, CA422 contributions
Jun 2018 • Couples
This is a great small city library. It has free WiFi and a/c for the hot days. Check the library home page for events. But there was a music festival the last few days and free movies a couple days each month. There is a room called Makers Spacd that has 3D printers. For about $1, I maked a personalized book marker. On the second floor is a small aviary with international birds. But generally I just like this place because it is quiet and safe.
Written June 28, 2018
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Rapid City Library
We're really glad you enjoyed using the library!
Written November 21, 2020
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Monique R
2 contributions
Dec 2023 • Solo
They have notary services here which sounds great however.. the lady working there was incredibly rude. She looked bothered I was even there. She didn’t even look at my document n told me she couldn’t do it. I went to the care campus and they were happy to help me. I told them what the lady at the library said and they said it wasn’t true and she would have known that had she looked at what I needed notarized. Your people offering services should have basic customer service skills.
Written December 15, 2023
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We’re really sorry to hear about your notary experience here. We strive to provide excellent customer service so we appreciate you letting us know areas in which we can improve and provide training in.
Written January 11, 2025
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Jesus is the Solution
1 contribution
Aug 2020
They need to respect the Ada that disabled people need to be allowed to breath...and the lady at the counter , I think it is called a karen, was smug..
Written August 10, 2020
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We're sorry to hear you did not have a good experience when visiting the library. We hope that you will give us another try and if you have any further issues, please feel free to ask for a supervisor to address any concerns you might have.
Written January 11, 2025
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Luane J
Rapid City, SD18 contributions
Jun 2018 • Family
Easy access for travelers, 1 blk. from downtown Rapid City, large children's area on second floor, computer plus printing services available.
Written June 19, 2018
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Rapid City Library
Thank you!
Written November 21, 2020
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Shawna M
1 contribution
Apr 2018 • Solo
My first time in the Rapid City library, very friendly staff and help desks all over, Reid was more than helpful, friendly and personable.
Written April 25, 2018
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Rapid City Library
We really appreciate the feedback!
Written November 21, 2020
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William O
Rapid City, SD3,274 contributions
Apr 2018 • Solo
I had never seen the new library and was quite impressed. I would like to go in and spend several hours in the old Rapid City room some day. The library is open to all and has a few nice pieces of art here and there as well.
Written April 23, 2018
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Rapid City Library
Wonderful to hear, thanks!
Written November 21, 2020
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Wilbur H
5 contributions
Jan 2018 • Solo
I have attended many great programs, lectures, movies, musical artists at the Rapid City Public Library. They have an extensive collection which covers a broad range of topics and interests. I have also made great use of their online services such as using their online database for magazines and borrowing audiobooks as well as ebooks. Whenever I am planning on a long trip I check out several audiobooks to make the miles go by faster. I have always found the staff to be very helpful. The library is certainly an asset to our community.
Written February 1, 2018
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