Spartanburg County Public Libraries
Anna Klump Pilston is an experienced librarian with a diverse background in library administration and services. Currently serving as Branch Librarian at Spartanburg County Public Libraries since August 2011, Anna oversees library operations, programming, and reference services. Previous roles include Freelance Marketing Researcher, Collection Development Librarian at Elizabethtown College, Head Librarian at Penn State Shenango, Reference Librarian at Penn State Erie, and a temporary Reference Librarian at Denison University. Educational credentials include a Master of Library and Information Science from the University of Pittsburgh and a Bachelor of Music in Flute Performance and Math from DePauw University.
Spartanburg County Public Libraries
Spartanburg’s first Library opened in 1885, 128 years ago, on Morgan Square. The Headquarters and nine branch libraries including the Bookmobile, Home Delivery and the Libraries’ online digital library meet the informational and educational needs of the County through a comprehensive slate of services. Over 90% of Spartanburg County’s population lives within 5 miles of a public library; over 1.8 million items were checked‐out; 1.5 million patrons visited the Library for services including programs, meeting rooms and reader services; and 1.1 million patrons used the Library’s online digital resources. Our mission is: We inspire people to pursue lifelong learning for a thriving Spartanburg County.