Stockyards City Library

Wright Library

Contact Information

2101 Exchange Avenue

Oklahoma City, OK

73108

Phone: (405) 235-5035

About Stockyards City Library 

Stockyards City Library opened in its current location at 2101 Exchange as the Wright Library in 1925. This library, born out of community effort, has small town charm with big city technology. At the Stockyards City Library, customers can enjoy the Old West surroundings of the bustling main street while using current technologies such as free Wi-Fi and internet access.

Located near the Oklahoma River, Stockyards City Library is positioned in an area steeped with Oklahoma history and surrounded by the beauty of natural Oklahoma only a short distance from the culture and commerce of downtown.

Book drop location: East side of the building.

Public transit:

  • EMBARK bus route 012 (click here for route map)
  • Closest bus stop: Exchange Ave @ Youngs Ave (1-minute walk to library from stop)

Services

    Technology

    Collection

    • Self-serve holds shelf and a self-check machine
    • Library staff who can provide assistance locating information, using print and electronic sources, and provide readers' advisory
    • Place and pick up interlibrary loan requests
    • Experience Passes - Free admission to local museums. For more information, click here

Hours of Operation

Please check the top of this page for notices impacting our hours of operation or services offered.

Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Thursday: 9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday & Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Sunday: Closed

Closed daily 12-12:30pm for lunch


Curbside Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday - Thursday: 9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday - Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Sunday: Closed

Closed daily 12-12:30pm for lunch


Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Coffee for the Community

9:00am–11:30am
Teens, Adults
Stockyards City Library
Library Branch: Stockyards City Library
Room: Meeting Space (Wright)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Relax and enjoy free coffee at the historic Wright Library in OKC's Stockyard City or grab a cuppa joe to go.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the Library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

Library Closed

All Day
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

October STEAM-tastic Surprise Take Home Kit

All Day 10/14–10/18
Kids, Teens
Stockyards City Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Stockyards City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

The STEAMtastic Surprise is a hands-on, educational kit designed to spark curiosity and foster a love for science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM).

Disclaimer(s)

Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag.

We can only guarantee one kit per registration.  Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed.  Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.

Thank you for your help!

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Celebrating Dolly Parton: Coffee Filter Butterflies Take-Home Kit

All Day 10/20–10/26
Kids
Stockyards City Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Stockyards City Library
Room: Onsite (Wright)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Butterflies are Dolly Parton's symbol. Create your own beautiful, colorful butterflies using coffee filters and washable markers! 

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Take and Make: Spooky Season Family Fun Kit

All Day 10/21–10/25
All Ages
Stockyards City Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Stockyards City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Get ready for a frightfully fun time with our Spooky Season Family Fun Kit! Create Halloween decorations, learn about traditions like Día de los Muertos, and enjoy some screen-free time with crafts and activities the whole family can enjoy!

Disclaimer(s)

Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag.

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Coffee for the Community

9:00am–11:30am
Teens, Adults
Stockyards City Library
Library Branch: Stockyards City Library
Room: Meeting Space (Wright)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Relax and enjoy free coffee at the historic Wright Library in OKC's Stockyard City or grab a cuppa joe to go.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the Library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.