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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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Get Ready for Summer Reading

Adventure awaits at the library! Find your local schedule for games, challenges, and exciting events in June and July.

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    Need emergency housing? Call the 24-hour hotline: 866-313-2520

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  • Friday Concert Series

    Free concerts every Friday at 4pm

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Popular Resources

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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

  • View all online resources

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Abby Phillip on Jesse Jackson's Legacy

CNN Anchor Abby Phillip was joined by Amna Nawaz at the Detroit Public Library last fall to discuss her book, A Dream Deferred: Jesse Jackson and the Fight for Black Political Power.

Watch the Discussion

Music at DPL

Discover upcoming performances and explore our music collection.

Explore Music