The Oscoda County Library was originally founded in the 1940's by the Ladies of the Mio Study Club and Library Guild. The first library was located in Judge Sell's office. He graciously provide one  bookcase for library books.  Plus it helped his wife was a member of the Mio Study Club and Library Guild. The Library changed over time until 1964  when the Board of Supervisors passed a motion to create the Oscoda County Library.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Oscoda County District Library is to provide residents of Oscoda County with current, up-to-date and accurate information. The library provides residents with the highest quality library services which meet the ever-changing needs for education, recreational, civic and cultural information, to promote opportunity and encouragement for people of all ages to educate themselves continuously.

Vision Statement

Our vision is to offer a dynamic environment of core community resources which provide life-long learning opportunities that are affordable and accessible to everyone.

Core Values

At the Oscoda County District Library:
We are an engaged and knowledgeable staff with a diversity of backgrounds, that truly cares about the trust the community has given us.
We provide excellent services through a diversity of programming, relevant collections, and information technology access and support.
We demonstrate integrity and ethical, financial responsibility every day by furnishing everyone in our community with equitable access to resources.
We maintain a safe, clean, and accessible community hub utilized by generations of residents and visitors.