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

Visit the Library Store at Main Library or shop from home at our Library Store Online.

SUPPORT

Friends are advocates who love their library – become a Friend today!

VISIT

Friends of the Library manage the Library Store, Library Cafés and the Carnegie Gallery.

In The News

Library customers check out 100,986 items last week, achieving Checkout

April 12, 2021

Promotion held to mark National Library Week: April 4-10

Library to participate in global eBook club

March 29, 2021

COLUMBUS—CML is participating in The Big Library Read, a digital...

Library partners with central Ohio cultural institutions to offer free

March 25, 2021

Partners include the Wex, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and more

Library unveils new and improved website at columbuslibrary.org

March 24, 2021

COLUMBUS—Columbus Metropolitan Library (CML) unveils today its new and improved...

Library to mark National Library Week with Checkout Challenge and

March 15, 2021

Week of April 4-10 to include authors, storytimes and more

Library to mark 148 years serving Franklin County

March 3, 2021

COLUMBUS—Columbus Metropolitan Library (CML) will mark its 148th birthday tomorrow,...

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

We’re here to help you with school work.

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.