RESEARCH CITY ARCHIVES & SPECIAL COLLECTIONS LOCATION-SPECIFIC SERVICES CONTACT OUR PROGRAMMING TEAM BEYOND THE LIBRARY
Explore the Main Library, including its general collections, exhibits, Best Buy Teen Tech Center, and City Archives & Special Collections. Tour starts in the lobby. Registration required.
Main Library, designed by architects Curtis and Davis, opened in 1958 as a part of the modern reimaging of Downtown New Orleans. It is currently the home to a large circulating collection, public services, Best Buy Teen Tech Center, the City Archives & Special Collections, as well as all administrative and technical services. Join us to learn more about the Main Library, the work we do here, and to get a peek behind the scenes.
This Main Library Tour is intended for attendees of LibLearnX and library industry professionals.
Mon, Aug 04 | Closed |
(HVAC maintenance) | |
Tue, Aug 05 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
Wed, Aug 06 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
Thu, Aug 07 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
Fri, Aug 08 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
Sat, Aug 09 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
Sun, Aug 10 | Closed |
The Main Library, located in the Central Business District, opened in December 1958. The building, encompassing three main floors and two sub-basements, is the Library's flagship location, providing the system's largest collection of popular and research sources.
The Main Library offers a wide collection of books, music, and movies, and hosts many programs for children, teens, and adults.
Monday – Thursday 10am – 6pm
Friday – Saturday 10am – 5pm
Sunday Closed
Monday – Thursday 10am – 7pm
Friday – Saturday 10am – 5pm
Sunday Closed