We have it all – books, eBooks, streaming movies, music, TV shows and more.
Our series brings engaging national authors to you, free and open to all.
Choose the Carnegie Author Series (special-events) link under What’s Happening to see the lineup.
K-12 Students: Get free after-school help with your schoolwork in our School Help Centers.
Choose the School Help link under Kids, Teens & Teachers.
Get free, live coaching for help with resumes, interview practice, career coaching and job searching.
Explore our digital resources to help you learn something new or deep dive into a topic of interest..
Visit Main Library in person or Reserve an Expert online for one-on-one help with your research and genealogy questions.
Choose the Local History & Genealogy link under Explore Your History for more information.
Stop back often to see what’s happening at your library.
COLUMBUS—Columbus Metropolitan Library (CML) will mark its 148th birthday tomorrow, Thursday, March 4. CML is proud to continue to serve Franklin County.
Columbus Metropolitan Library has served the people of Franklin County, Ohio since 1873. With its Main Library and 22 branches, CML is well known for signature services and programs like School Help, Reading Buddies, Summer Reading Challenge and Ready for Kindergarten. The library’s Strategic Plan supports the vision of “a thriving community where wisdom prevails,” which positions CML to respond to areas of urgent need: kids unprepared for kindergarten, third grade reading proficiency, high school graduation, college and career readiness and employment resources.
Ben Zenitsky
(614) 849-1045
Our Purpose: Inspire reading, share resources and connect people.
Our Vision: A thriving community where wisdom prevails.
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