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Main Branch

Honoring the Legacy
Saturday, October 19, 2013 - 3:00pm
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Ernie Harwell Collection at the Detroit Public Library
Ernie Harwell Collection
The Ernie Harwell Sports Collection began in 1966 when sportscaster Ernie Harwell made his initial donation. It consists of books, team annuals,...
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E. Azalia Hackley Collection
The E. Azalia Hackley Collection of African Americans in the Performing Arts was established in 1943 when original materials were presented to the...
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Main Events
Teen Read Week
Wednesday, October 16, 2013 - 2:30pm
Teens, ages 13-18
HYPE 3-D Printing
Wednesday, October 16, 2013 - 6:00pm
Teens, ages 13-18, HYPE card required
HYPE Video Game Programming
Wednesday, October 16, 2013 - 4:00pm
Teens, ages 13-18, HYPE card required
Computer Classes @ TLC
Wednesday, October 16, 2013 - 6:00pm
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About Branch

The Detroit Public Library was opened in its present location on March 21, 1921. Administrative offices are located at the Main Library.

Book Drop-off

Freestanding drop boxes at the base of the stairs by Woodward Ave. In-wall drop boxes by the Cass entrance to the building.

Parking

On-street parking available, with handicapped parking in the circle drive off of Cass Ave. On Tuesday and Wednesday evenings after 5:00, and Saturday during the day, parking is available in the staff lot off of Putnam, between Cass Ave. and Woodward Ave.

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Main Collections

Burton Historical Collection
The Burton Historical Collection (BHC) of the Detroit Public Library began as the private library...
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E. Azalia Hackley Collection
The E. Azalia Hackley Collection of African Americans in the Performing Arts was established in...
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Ernie Harwell Collection
The Ernie Harwell Sports Collection began in 1966 when sportscaster Ernie Harwell made his initial...
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Rare Book Collection
Since 1948, the Detroit Public Library Rare Book Collection has acquired and preserved rare...
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(313) 481-1300
5201 Woodward Ave.
Detroit, MI 48202
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MondayCLOSED
Tuesday12 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Wednesday12 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Thursday10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday CLOSED
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Main Calendar

Today: October 16, 2013
Teen Read Week
Wednesday, October 16, 2013 - 2:30pm
Drop in and cast your ballot for your favorite book and receive a free gift!  The winning book...
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HYPE Video Game Programming
Wednesday, October 16, 2013 - 4:00pm
Don't just play video games, create your own! Set up and run a Minecraft server on a Raspberry Pi...
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HYPE 3-D Printing
Wednesday, October 16, 2013 - 6:00pm
The future is here! Print 3D objects of plastic using our Makerbot Replicator 2 3D printer. Learn...
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Computer Classes @ TLC
Wednesday, October 16, 2013 - 6:00pm
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Main Special Services

Ask-A-Librarian

Ask-A-Librarian service is designed to provide brief, factual answers to your reference questions via e-mail, chat or by phone.

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Book Clubs

Calling All Book Clubs

The Detroit Public Library would like to support your book club.  Please contact any branch library if you are looking for a comfortable meeting location, book swaps or special events.

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Career and Employment Assistance

Resources for making career decisions, strategizing your job search, and finding job listings are available in the Technology, Literacy and Career (TLC) Center at the Main Library.

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Computer Skills Classes

Invest in your future by improving your computer skills with free computer classes! Classes are held at the Main Library Technology, Literacy and Career Center (TLC) and at all branches.

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Customer Service Requests

It is the policy of the Detroit Public Library (DPL) to respond to all customer service issues and concerns in a forthright, sensitive and timely manner.  Please complete and submit the form below.  A Detroit Public Library representative will contact you within 48 hours of receipt of the completed form.

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Detroit Newspaper Search

Customers wishing to obtain newspaper articles from any of the major Detroit newspapers have three options:

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Detroit Reads!

Learn to read or improve your reading skills. Join the Detroit Public Library’s literacy campaign Detroit Reads!

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Federal Depository Collection

The Detroit Public Library is a member of the Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP) and has served the federal information needs of the metropolitan Detroit area since 1868.  The library maintains a large collection of federal documents in print and online formats.

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HYPE Teen Center

Welcome to HYPE, the Detroit Public Library's Teen Center.

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Interlibrary Loan

The resources of the Detroit Public Library are available through the interlibrary loan services of participating libraries.

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