About Us

Vision
The Hudson Area Library will be welcoming, vibrant and an integral part of our community’s intellectual, socio-economic and cultural life.

Mission
The Hudson Area Library enriches the quality of life by providing free and equal access to programs, services and resources, and by creating opportunities for all members of our community to connect, create, learn and grow.

Location
51 North 5th St., Hudson, NY, 12534

Contact
Phone: 518-828-1792
Email: info@hudsonarealibrary.org
Library Director: Emily Chameides

PLEASE NOTE:
Masks are encouraged and appreciated in the library, and may be required at times. More info: Temporary Safe Practices Policy.

Public Access Hours
Monday – 10am to 5pm
Tuesday – 10am to 5pm
Wednesday – 10am to 8pm
Thursday – 10am to 5pm
Friday – 10am to 5pm
Saturday – 10am to 3pm

Access to public computers end 30 minutes before the library closes.

The library is closed on some national holidays and inclement weather days. Check the library calendar for notices of library closures.

Library reports and documents:
2022 Annual Report to New York State (prepared March 2023)
Long Range Plan
2023 Annual Budget (approved March 2023)

Additional policies can be found on our Library Regulations page.