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Detroit Public Library

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The Detroit Public Library enlightens and empowers people by providing diverse and dynamic pathways to literacy and learning.

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We're exploring what a new website for the library could look like. Information here may be incomplete or incorrect. Feedback welcome!

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    Don't miss fantastic talks at the Detroit Public Library.

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  • LinkedIn Learning??

    Online courses and video tutorials for software, creative, and business skills.

  • Ancestry

    Only accessible from computers at library locations

  • Hoopla

    eBooks, audiobooks, movies, music & more

  • Libby

    Access eBooks, audiobooks, comics, magazines and more

  • Kanopy

    Stream films, documentaries & shows

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Author Series Events

The Detroit Public Library's Author Series Committee welcomes you to hear the voices behind the books at our in-person author talks.

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