Wauwatosa Public Library: Library of Things
location_onWauwatosa, Wisconsin
infoAbout Wauwatosa Public Library: Library of Things
Wauwatosa Public Library at 7635 W. North Avenue in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin keeps tools in its Library of Things room on the first floor. In the library's words: "From STEM learning aids and activities to paper crafting to tools, the Wauwatosa Public Library has a variety of items in its Library of Things." It is a public library collection: you borrow from it with a library card, the same way you borrow a book.
What You Can Borrow
The Tool section lists a Milwaukee cordless jigsaw, Milwaukee impact wrench, Milwaukee Sawzall, Milwaukee multi-tool, Bosch laser level, Fiskars staple gun, Fiskars wire cutter, Fiskars lopper, Fiskars pruning shears and Milwaukee flood light, plus a soil tester, seeding square, infrared thermometer and other household tools. Craft tools such as a woodburner and a jewelry pliers set are listed under Make.
Borrowing
Browse the Library of Things room, take the tag for the item you want to the Circulation Desk, and check it out. Items check out for three weeks.
Hours
helpFrequently Asked Questions
help_outlineWhat power tools can I borrow in Wauwatosa?
The list includes a Milwaukee cordless jigsaw, impact wrench, Sawzall and multi-tool.
help_outlineAre there garden tools?
Yes, including a Fiskars lopper, Fiskars pruning shears, a seeding square and a soil tester.
help_outlineWhere is the Library of Things?
In the Library of Things room on the first floor of the library.
help_outlineHow do I check something out?
Take the item tag to the Circulation Desk.
help_outlineHow long is the loan?
Three weeks.
Tools are borrowed. These you own.
Safety gear, consumables, and basics that Wauwatosa Public Library: Library of Things 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
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card_membershipMembership & Pricing
Annual membership gives you access to the full tool inventory for borrowing.
compare_arrowsNearby Tool Libraries
| Name | Location | Distance | Rating | Membership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traverse Area District Library: East Bay Branch Tool Library | Traverse City, MI | 167 mi | — | Library card |
| East Lansing Public Library | East Lansing, MI | 180 mi | star4.7 | Free |
| Minnesota Tool Library - St. Paul Branch | St Paul, MN | 286 mi | star4.9 | 25 |
| Wayne County Public Library: Library of Things | Wooster, OH | 349 mi | — | Wayne County patrons with a library card and PIN |
| Louisville Tool Library | Louisville, KY | 354 mi | star5.0 | sliding scale donation |
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