Welcome to David A. Howe Library
Located in the heart of downtown Wellsville, NY, we’re proud to be a cornerstone of the community. Whether we’re hosting bands or farmers on the lawn, bands in the auditorium, artists in our historic gallery, or simply serving as a place to enjoy a moment of quiet and a warm cup of coffee, we welcome you to drop by and see what we’re up to today!
Children's Programs
From story hours and hands-on activities to movies and music, we have endless ways to keep your kids happy, healthy, and engaged!
Youth Programs
D&D, NERF wars, hide and seek, and a dedicated youth room make our library a popular hangout where friendships are made and the fun never ends.
Adult Programs
From book clubs and workshops to live music and art galleries and parent/kid activity days, we have something for any adult looking to enjoy a artful moment with good friends!
Getting Started with eBooks and Audiobooks
Go to the eBooks and Audiobooks page to get started downloading eBooks or Audiobooks to your computer, tablet, or phone.
New! Shared access to Overdrive digital books with the Finger Lakes Library System and OWWL (Pioneer) Library System. For more information on how to access them, go to the Online Resources Page.
Featured Events
Adult Pride Alliance: September 2025
Join us for our monthly book discussion—snacks and drinks included!
Books and Brew: August 2025
Join us for our monthly book discussion—snacks and drinks included!
Books and Brew: July 2025
Join us for our monthly book discussion—snacks and drinks included!
Upcoming Events
WiFi Access Outside the Library
WiFi access is available 24/7 outside the library building. A new access point has been installed on the parking lot side of the library (West Pearl St.). It is also available on the front terrace. The password is WellsvilleNY. When logging in, a page will come up to agree to the library’s WiFi policies. Scroll to the bottom and press ‘Connect to the Internet’.
Follow Our Podcast!
Tune in to But Have You Tried, the official podcast and radio show of the David A. Howe Public Library! Nic and Ally like similar things, but have very little crossover in books, movies, music, shows and more. Now they are introducing each other to the stuff they are into!
You can listen and download from our podcast website, Spotify, or Youtube!
We’re Way More than Books!
From prepping for your SAT or looking for jobs in the area to researching your family history or learning a new language, your library card puts a vast range of online resources right at your fingertips. You can even access them from the comfort of home!
