Copper Queen Library: Tool Library
location_onBisbee, Arizona
infoAbout Copper Queen Library: Tool Library
The Copper Queen Tool Library is a public library collection at the CQ Library Annex, 519 W Melody Lane in the San Jose area of Bisbee, Arizona. It is borrowed with a Copper Queen Library card. The City of Bisbee says it "offers free checkout of home and garden tools and more with your Copper Queen Library Card. This program eliminates cost-related barriers to home improvements and encourages community sharing." It is sponsored by the City of Bisbee, the Friends of the Copper Queen Library and the Bisbee Bloomers, who donated funds for the gardening tools.
What You Can Borrow
The library's 2026 tool catalog lists hand tools such as pliers, screwdrivers, pipe wrenches, hammers, chisels, clamps, a stud finder and a self-leveling laser; power tools including cordless drills, a hammer drill, circular saws, a table saw, a miter saw, a jig saw, a reciprocating saw, a router set, sanders, angle grinders and a pressure washer; garden tools including shovels, rakes, loppers, a post hole digger, a reel mower, a trencher and a leaf blower; and a car scanner code reader, auto ramps, a 6-foot ladder, a shop vacuum and a carpet cleaner.
Borrowing
Patrons must be at least 18 and sign the Tool Library Policy before checking out tools. Holds can be placed in the online catalog.
Donations
helpFrequently Asked Questions
help_outlineWhere is the Copper Queen Tool Library?
At the CQ Library Annex, 519 W Melody Lane, Bisbee, AZ 85603.
help_outlineDoes it cost anything?
The library describes it as free checkout with a Copper Queen Library card.
help_outlineWho can borrow tools?
Patrons at least 18 years old who sign the Tool Library Policy.
help_outlineWhen is it open?
Wednesday and Thursday 10 AM-3 PM, and Friday 12-5 PM.
help_outlineWhat tools are available?
The 2026 catalog includes cordless drills, circular saws, a miter saw, a table saw, sanders, a pressure washer, garden tools such as shovels, rakes and a reel mower, and auto ramps and a car code reader.
help_outlineCan I donate tools?
Yes. The library asks you to contact the Copper Queen Library.
Tools are borrowed. These you own.
Safety gear, consumables, and basics that Copper Queen Library: Tool Library doesn't lend — buy them once and finish the job. Every item below ships from Amazon.
Tool libraries lend the tools — but you bring your own PPE. These are the basics worth keeping on a shelf.
ANSI-Rated Safety Glasses
Anti-fog, scratch-resistant. The pair you'll actually wear.
Work Gloves (Cut-Resistant)
Level-5 cut resistance handles utility blades and rough lumber.
Ear Protection (NRR 28+)
Circular saws and routers exceed 100 dB. NRR 28+ is the safe floor.
N95 Dust Masks (10-pack)
Critical for sanding, sawing MDF, or drywall work.
Tool libraries don't lend the stuff that gets used up. Buy these once, finish your project.
Sandpaper Variety Pack
60 to 400 grit covers most rough-to-finish work.
Drill Bit Set (Titanium)
Goes through wood, plastic, and most metals. Lasts longer than HSS.
Utility Knife Blades (100-pack)
Standard-size, fit most retractable knives. Cheaper in bulk.
Wood Screws Variety Box
Mixed lengths and gauges — saves a hardware-store trip mid-project.
Cheap, used constantly, not worth a library trip. Build your own small kit with these.
25-ft Tape Measure
Magnetic hook, standout reach. The one tool you'll grab daily.
Combination Screwdriver Set
Magnetic tips. Phillips + flathead in the sizes you'll actually use.
Stud Finder (Magnetic + Electronic)
Multi-mode finders catch both magnetic fasteners and wood/metal studs.
9-in-1 Multi-Bit Driver
Replaces a kit of screwdrivers and nut drivers in one handle.
Books and plans that show you how to actually use the tools you're borrowing.
Reader's Digest Complete DIY Manual
Plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall — the household bible.
The Woodworker's Pocket Book
Joints, wood species, finishes — fits in a tool bag.
Black & Decker Wiring Guide
Code-current, illustrated, written for homeowners not electricians.
Pencil & Carpenter Marker Set
Mechanical carpenter pencils + deep-hole markers — endless small wins.
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Recommendations are editorially independent — picks based on what tool-library users typically need alongside borrowed tools.
location_onContact & Location
dashboardFeatures & Categories
card_membershipMembership & Pricing
Annual membership gives you access to the full tool inventory for borrowing.
compare_arrowsNearby Tool Libraries
| Name | Location | Distance | Rating | Membership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Globe Tool Lending Library | Globe, AZ | 147 mi | — | Free with a library card |
| Durango Tool Library | Durango, CO | 421 mi | star5.0 | Monthly: $35/month (initial), $25/month (renewal); Annual: $230/year (initial), $220/year (renewal) |
| Los Angeles Tool Library | Los Angeles, CA | 520 mi | star5.0 | Free |
| Fix Way Tool Library & Common Space | Ventura, CA | 579 mi | — | Pay what you can (suggested $100/year) |
| Denver Tool Library | Lending, Classes & Workshop | Denver, CO | 639 mi | star4.9 | One-time project checkout: $40/week; Individual: $150/year; Household: $200/year; Organizational: $600/year |
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