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

Library announces Local History & Genealogy winter/spring programs

January 19, 2022

COLUMBUS—Columbus Metropolitan Library’s (CML) Local History & Genealogy team has...

Library announces 2022 Carnegie Author Series lineup

January 13, 2022

COLUMBUS—Columbus Metropolitan Library (CML) is announcing the lineup of its...

Library to celebrate Black History Month

January 12, 2022

Activities, concerts, dancing and more

Library to extend Sunday closure until further notice

January 4, 2022

Move comes amid continued staffing challenges

Library hires Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer and Director

January 3, 2022

COLUMBUS—Columbus Metropolitan Library (CML) has made two new hires: Dr....

Library partnership with ADAMH and community allies will supply its

December 9, 2021

Drug enables bystanders to save lives during opioid overdoses

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

96 S. Grant Ave. | Columbus, Ohio 43215

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What’s Happening

Carnegie Author Series

Kids, Teens & Teachers

School Help

Programs & Resources

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Explore Your History

Local History & Genealogy

News & Updates

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