Impact | Memphis Library Foundation

We can’t stay quiet about the impact libraries have on Memphians.

Libraries bring joy, creativity, knowledge, and possibilities to all citizens of Memphis. At the Memphis LIbrary Foundation, our job is to turn it up to 11.

Innovation everywhere

Our libraries go way beyond books. To prove it, we’re constantly building amenities like podcast studios, robotics labs, and creative programs that make learning and living in Memphis even more fun.

Resources that work

Memphis Public Libraries are here for YOU. Visit your branch to learn about invaluable resources like free tax prep assistance, the LINC 2-1-1 information line, and the JobLINC career center.

Opportunities from age 1 to 100

Our libraries serve every person of every ability in every community. From StoryTime events for kids, to Teen Innovation Centers, to continuing education classes for adults, to Techie Seniors, every age can find ways to connect, learn, and grow.

Every year at Memphis Public Libraries…

18

library locations in Memphis and Shelby County

1.3M

items checked out

170K+

program attendees

27K+

new cardholders

100K+

new items added to collections

635K+

computer sessions by library visitors

170K+

minutes of reading by Explore Memphis participants

15K+

people attend 550+ StoryTime events

20

continuing education classes offered

This library makes noise.

We can’t stay quiet about the impact libraries have on Memphians.

Every year at Memphis Public Libraries…

18

1.3M

170K+

27K+

100K+

635K+

170K+

15K+

20

My library does what?

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