Lougheed Library

The first library in Lougheed was created in 1975 by the Lougheed Women's Institute. Hazel Swainson, Rita Storbakken, and Lorraine Frost were the driving force behind this project. At the time, Lougheed's population was just over 200 (not including the surrounding farm families, who also accessed the library). The original library was situated in an old post office and was called the Lougheed Women's Institute Community Library. In 1982, it was moved to its current location, a brand new building containing both the library and the town office. At this time, the library changed its name to Lougheed and District Public Library. Also in 1982, the library board joined in an agreement with the County Library Board, which allowed Lougheed Library to access travelling kits and other resources.