Friends of the Library

Columbus Metropolitan Library

About the Friends

Friends of the Library is a nonprofit 501(c)(4) organization made up of everyday customers and advocates passionate about Columbus Metropolitan Library.

SHOP

Find the perfect gift and add new books to your collection.

BECOME A FRIEND

Friends of the Library members are passionate library advocates.

VISIT

Grab a cup of coffee at a library café and stroll through the Carnegie Gallery.

In The News

Main Library included on list of 11 ‘most beautiful’ libraries

June 14, 2022

COLUMBUS—Columbus Metropolitan Library’s (CML) Main Library is included on Fodor’s...

Library offers relief from the sweltering heat

June 13, 2022

With 23 locations serving Franklin County

Library announces Reynoldsburg Branch closing date

June 8, 2022

Library services moving to temporary location ahead of construction

Library offers students free summer lunch and snack

June 6, 2022

Partnership program offered at 17 library locations this summer

Library adds Columbus Clippers to Culture Pass program, offering free

May 13, 2022

Customers can check out free tickets to Sunday home games

Library to launch Summer Reading Challenge on June 1

May 11, 2022

Annual program focuses on keeping reading skills strong over the...

Friends of the Library is a nonprofit 501(c)(4) organization.

96 S. Grant Ave. | Columbus, Ohio 43215

Explore

Find your next great read or binge-worthy show.

What’s Happening

Carnegie Author Series

Kids, Teens & Teachers

School Help

Programs & Resources

We’re here to help you succeed in your job search.

Explore Your History

Local History & Genealogy

News & Updates

We’ll keep you up-to-date on library news.