Our Library

The Hudson Area Public Library is located in downtown Hudson on a hill that overlooks the scenic St. Croix River. The location is picturesque and visitors often comment on the beauty of the location. The building, which was built in the 1980s and reflects the modern style of that era, is a two-story building plus a basement. The Library occupies the entire second floor and two-thirds of the main level.

The main level of the Library features an atrium, circulation desk, young adult book collection, public computers, administrative offices, storage room, staff workroom, book return closets (indoor and outdoor), restrooms, and an area for patron holds.

The second floor of the Library is home to the Children’s Area, Young Adult lounge, magazine reading area, Adult collection, and the History Room. The Children’s Area includes a story time room, a family restroom, a storage room, three staff offices, and a room for our Children’s media. Additionally, the second floor has a large “Board” room located at the very top of the stairs, along with several rooms used for small group meetings or individual studying. The Friends of the Library Book Store and workroom, public restrooms, and the Community Bulletin Board are also located on the second floor.

Mission

The Hudson Area Public Library connects people to information, services, culture, lifelong learning and each other.

Vision

The Hudson Area Public Library fosters the spirit of exploration, the joy of learning and the pursuit of knowledge for all.

Core Values

Welcoming: Your library is a safe gathering space where everyone is welcome.
Freedom: Your library provides open and free access to everyone, defends intellectual freedom and rejects censorship.
Integrity: Your library staff embrace honesty, trust and respect in all aspects of community and customer service; in stewardship of public and private funding; and in our treatment of each other, our patrons, and our community stakeholders.
Versatility: Your library staff strive to enhance service to your communities through collaboration and innovation.
Collaboration: Your library staff champion the belief that books are just the beginning; that a great library provides dynamic opportunities to inspire lifelong learning; promote literacy; and build a strong, vibrant community.

Accessibility

You will find accessible spaces in the parking lot on the east side of the building. The north facing entrance has accessible doors. There is also an elevator inside the building.

Staff

Gray Anderson
Library Aide

Ted Christiansen
Library Aide

Kyra Kosse
Library Aide

Jillian Peterson
Library Aide

Corine Schilling
Library Aide

Jeff Stepan
Library Aide

Logan Webster
Library Aide