Wailuku Public Library

Address

251 S High St, Wailuku, HI 96793, United States
Directions

TEL: 808-243-5766

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About

Welcome to the Wailuku Public Library! Designed by architect C. W. Dickey with a high, steep roof to facilitate air circulation, our library opened on Aug. 6, 1929. We are the first public library in Maui County and located within the Wailuku Civic Center Historic District.  A state-of-the-art Maui Bookmobile funded by the Maui Friends of the Library is based here.


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Available on Maui at the Wailuku Public Library

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Upcoming events at this branch

A female volunteer assisting a female applicant

Goodwill Hawaii, in partnership with the American Job Center, is offering free career services to residents on Maui, Lanai, and Molokai! On the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 1:00pm to 4:00pm, specialists from the American Job Center will be at the Wailuku Public Library to assist with the following:

  • School
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Employment
  • Work Clothing & Tools
  • Training
  • Internship Opportunities

Learn more at the Goodwill Hawaii website or call the Maui American Job Center at (808) 270-5777. No appointment is necessary.


Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required.

Members of Uncle Wayne and the Howling Dog Band

Musician and early education specialist, Wayne Watkins and his Howling Dog Band are known for their fun, educational, and entertaining programs.  Get ready to laugh, dance, and sing along in this high-energy event.

Since 2010, Uncle Wayne and the Howling Dog Band has been barnstorming Hawaii’s libraries, schools and festivals, creating a musical ruckus with every show. Their original songs, a unique blend of island flavored bluegrass, folk and blues make children and their grownups want to dance and sing along.

Suitable for all ages! Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.

Sponsored by the Maui Friends of the Library.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.

Children dancing

Join us for simple stories, songs, movement, and fun!  Just right for children ages 2-5.
All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required.

Family reading

Join us for a hands-on workshop for families with children in grades K–2. Discover how joyful reading can help your child fall in love with books. Explore high-interest titles together, take home books for summer, and learn simple, research-based strategies to support reading and connection.

Facilitated by Kiana, Family Hui’s Early Learning Lead and former first grade teacher with over 10 years of experience. She holds master’s degrees in Elementary and Early Childhood Education and is passionate about nurturing a love of reading in families.

Registration recommended – Raising Readers, Rooted in Love from Family Hui Hawaii Registration Page 

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required.

Children dancing

Join us for simple stories, songs, movement, and fun!  Just right for children ages 2-5.
All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required.

A female volunteer assisting a female applicant

Goodwill Hawaii, in partnership with the American Job Center, is offering free career services to residents on Maui, Lanai, and Molokai! On the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 1:00pm to 4:00pm, specialists from the American Job Center will be at the Wailuku Public Library to assist with the following:

  • School
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Employment
  • Work Clothing & Tools
  • Training
  • Internship Opportunities

Learn more at the Goodwill Hawaii website or call the Maui American Job Center at (808) 270-5777. No appointment is necessary.


Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required.

Children dancing

Join us for simple stories, songs, movement, and fun!  Just right for children ages 2-5.
All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required.

Children dancing

Join us for simple stories, songs, movement, and fun!  Just right for children ages 2-5.
All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required.

Children dancing

Join us for simple stories, songs, movement, and fun!  Just right for children ages 2-5.
All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required.

Children dancing

Join us for simple stories, songs, movement, and fun!  Just right for children ages 2-5.
All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required.

Hours

Date Time
Monday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Friday 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday CLOSED - CLOSED
Sunday CLOSED - CLOSED

Access

Parking spots 0
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 1
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 5
Magazines 25
Newspapers 2
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store No
Free computer classes No
Meeting rooms No
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services Yes

ALERT | In holiday observance of King Kamehameha I Day, all public libraries will be closed on Wednesday, June 11, 2025.