Libraries and Resources

Missoula Public Library
301 E. Main St.
(406) 721-2665

  • All Missoula County residents can get a library card and check out books for no charge
  • Offers a wide variety of programs, including movie nights, family story times, and book discussion groups
  • Features free wireless internet access, 20-plus public internet stations, 2 study rooms, and print and audio-visual collections available for check-out
  • Features a dedicated Young Adult Room with computer access and lots of books and graphic novels for teenagers

Maureen & Mike Mansfield Library at UM
32 Campus Dr.
(406) 243-6866

  • Primarily serves University of Montana students, staff, and faculty
  • Offers access to electronic journals and books, a depository for federal documents, and a collection of unique and rare items pertaining to Montana and the UM

Parent’s, Let’s Unite for Kids (PLUK)
(800)222-7585

  • A Montana nonprofit that provides parents and professionals with training and information about schools, special education, and disability health care issues
  • Maintains a special needs lending library and offers one-on-one consultation and support or referrals
  • Provides workshops and trainings, shares invaluable information with families, educators, and health care providers with monthly newsletters and other publications

Families First
815 E. Front St., Ste. 3
(406) 721-7690

  • Helps strengthen families by providing guidance, information about raising kids, and support to parents
  • Services include classes and presentations, parenting consultations, a parenting helpline (1-800-346-ABCD), support for divorced or separated parents, bereavement programs, a lending library, and more
  • Founded the Children’s Museum of Missoula, which is located at 225 W. Front St.

The Flagship Program
(406) 532-9827

  • A school and community partnership that provides skill-building activities to Missoula youth after school
  • Available in at least ten Missoula County Public Schools
  • Activities are free and typically focus on arts, academics, and sports

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