This is a very nice library. They take used books on Tuesdays and have book fairs. I once worked…read moreat a library a very long time ago and it was my favorite job I've ever had. I love libraries and even though I use Amazon Audible to listen to books, I still love visiting libraries and just hanging out enjoy the quiet vibes.

A great local place in Troy, IL! They have great staff that is always friendly and very helpful…read more They have a wonderful children's section with many, many books for young children and even older children who are school aged. The teens have their own room in the library with plenty of good reading material. They also have a great movie room with a good selection of CD's, DVD's, Blu Ray's and games. You can use their computers to search for books or anything you are looking for. If the item is not in the library you can request it. Most request come in quickly. Don't forget to ask about Hoopla which is a free app that allows you access to ebooks, movies, music of a wide range.

I think the library is a well kept secret that everyone should know about. It's more than books!…read more The Fairview Heights library offers you to borrow books, Ebooks, music, movies and even video games! Depending on the popularity there maybe a waiting list. They also offer access to computers. Eight computers you can reserve and one express computer. The reserved ones can be used hours at a time while the express allows 30 minutes of access. A variety of classes for kids and adults all year round. I figured the money I spend on books I'm only going to read once is kinda a waste in my end. When I can borrow a book, read it and take it back. Now you do need to stay in the area to get a library card at this location. So proof of residency is required. The librarians are extremely helpful when it comes to locating certain items and they all always full of information. Like... How do you know all this?!? I especially like Ebooks. This way I can download them from my computer to my smartphone or tablet. No need to go to the library physically with the Ebooks; everything is done online! At the end of the day.... Of course I will be back, I have to return a book!

Quiet and welcoming library with good number of study books. Selection in other categories are a…read morebit more limited and on the older side, but there is a little bit of everything including video games. Not a super busy library and some sections are dusty, but still functional. There are gender neutral restrooms here.

While I've been to better libraries, this one is geographically more accessible to me and my…read moreprimary reason for coming here is CLEP/DANTES testing. They have everything one could possibly need as far as testing guides and the staff will direct you to the proper websites for further assistance. Overall, I don't care too much for their selection, but the staff really makes the place. They've always been incredibly helpful in helping me pursue my academic endeavors.

This library is one of the greatest I have been to. It is beautiful, calming, and even has a nice…read moreview of a steam behind it. There is a decent amount of seating and there is a room that can be used for meetings. Additionally, the staff are all kind and inviting.

I've spent only a little time in this small-town library, but it is lovely. Beautiful design,…read moreinside and out. Chairs and fireplace near the front door form a relaxing spot to read and/or write. And, if the weather is decent, you can wander Miner Park "out back" before or after your visit.

This is my happy place!…read more Turned in my books due back at the self-serve kiosk in the vestibule and then popped in to check out more! Staff is available if you need help but if you like to do things on your own, you can totally do that. I check out the new releases, the semi new releases and the head upstairs to check out the magazines and cookbooks. Back downstairs to self checkout and I am on my way with my bag of fun reads!

Didn't snap any photos today, but in addition to being a great library with so many services, it is…read morealso a polling place. Today, I benefited from utilizing appointment voting for handicapped people. It was easy to park in the designated area, scan the code and within minutes a team was at my car to assist. Great service for someone that can't stand in line.

Like all of the museums in Forest Park, the Missouri History Museum is completely free! So that…read moremeans an automatic five stars from me, because it's accessible to everyone. But this museum also gets five stars from me because it's awesome. You wouldn't think that there'd be a lot for children and families to do at a history museum, but there is. There's a huge kids area here, with lots of hands-on activities and cute little spaces for pretend play. If my kids were younger, I could see us spending a good hour or more just playing in the children's area. Even the spaces that aren't the children's area are family friendly. There are displays and exhibits with lots things to learn about and explore. It's just a fun little museum to visit. (And again, it's free!) I guess I buried the lede here, but the Missouri History Museum is where you can learn about Saint Louis and Missouri history. So there are exhibits about the World's Fair, baseball, music and things that pertain to the region, plus collections of memorabilia and artwork. It's a nice museum to visit to get a sense of the area of St. Louis.

Such a quaint museum, and I learned WAY more than I expected. As someone from out of state, I…read moreobviously didn't grow up learning much about Missouri history, so it was really interesting getting to see the state's story from a local perspective. They also had a centennial exhibit, which was especially fun for me because Philadelphia has been doing so many events around its 250th anniversary. I love seeing how different places celebrate these big historical milestones. And did I mention it's FREE? I will never complain about a free museum. Honestly, I'm not picky. If you give me a museum I can wander around and learn things in without paying admission, I'm happy. There are also charging plugs around the museum, which is such a small thing but SO appreciated when your phone is dying halfway through a visit. The airplane hanging from the ceiling is also really cool and definitely one of those things that makes you stop and look up. The whole place has a really nice, relaxed vibe. It's quiet, there's plenty to learn, and there are places to sit and rest when you need a break. I really enjoyed just wandering around at my own pace. Free, educational, peaceful, and actually interesting. That's pretty much everything I want in a museum.

Visited on weekend celebrating the beginning of the expedition. The museum has a vast amount of…read moreinformation about the trip, supplies, people involved, readying for journey. This weekend had reenactors outside showing early 19th century crafts. Fun for all and great learning experience.

We stopped by on a whim when visiting the in-laws. It happened to be the anniversary & there were…read moreperiod actors interacting that were set up throughout, with assorted stations. This was both cool & informative. There was no entry fee, always a plus. The info desk had a guest book. It appeared most visitors who signed were from Illinois. The movie wasn't playing during our visit, I'm not sure if there was a mechanical issue or if it was because of the special celebration. So, I can't speak on it. It's smaller than I expected, yet very interesting & I did learn a few new details. We walked out to the cabins/fort & they were all locked with some of them having the roofs/walls collapsed. Perhaps an entry fee is in order for maintenance/upkeep. Overall, worth a stop, especially for those interested in the expedition.

Excellent customer service. When I walked through the door not only was given information…read moreregarding library services but also extended servces I was not knowledgeable with. I was treated with the up most respect. This is a rewarding gem in the East St Louis area Thank you and God bless

Came in once because I had nothing to do, and everyone was welcoming. It was a nice and quiet…read moreatmosphere, as expected of a library. Free wifi. Computer availability. Printing allowed. All that good stuff. Will come back if I ever need a place to be to get away from noise.