
North Library
1192 Vollintine Ave. Memphis, TN 38107 | (901) 415-2775 | Map | Facebook
Monday
10AM - 6PM
Tuesday
10AM - 6PM
Wednesday
10AM - 6PM
Thursday
10AM - 6PM
Friday
10AM - 6PM
Saturday
10AM - 6PM
Sunday
CLOSED

library card
Don't have a library card yet?
Stop by the North Library today to sign up for a Library Card or renew your old one. Or, sign up online and access online services immediately.

search the catalog
See if we have what you're looking for! You can filter search results by Library. Or, you can place a hold and have the book delivered here!

public computer / internet access
We have desktop computers you can reserve, laptops you can check out, or you can connect your device to our wifi.

discoverread
DiscoverREAD is a rich environment that engages children and caregivers in fun and meaningful learning activities that meet the developmental needs of children ages birth to five. The spaces are designed for caregivers to help children build early literacy skills and enter kindergarten ready to succeed.

Teen Innovation Center
Creative spaces for teens to engage, collaborate and explore with each other through STEAM technology, literacy-based programming, and networking.

north events for all ages
Explore our calendar of upcoming events! We have events for children, teens, and adults.

meeting rooms
Nonprofit groups can use our meeting rooms for free. Call the branch for further details.

north library archive in dig memphis
Explore the North Library's digitized items from the Library History collection.
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Learn with the Library
COMMUNITY INFORMATION & REFERRAL LINC/2-1-1
Connect with LINC/2-1-1 or search the Tennessee 2-1-1 Database directly.
JOB & CAREER SERVICES
Search for jobs, improve your skills, prepare for interviews. Video tutorials, practice tests, and more.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Find eBooks, eMagazines, online reference and databases, and the home of our Virtual Health Information Center.
HISTORY & GENEALOGY
Check out our local history, genealogy, U.S. / World History and Social Sciences.
We have an extensive digital archive called Dig Memphis. You can also check out our Memphis/Shelby County Room and Old Maps Collection.
seniors
A collection of library services that our seniors love, including links to Libby, Book Clubs, Local History, LINC/2-1-1, and Volunteering.
STUDENT RESOURCES
Resources for Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle, and High School students. Several of our resources are available online!
MORE TOPICS
Browse all of our topics including Cooking & Food, Health & Wellness, Language Learning, Personal Finance, and much more.
Browse our Collection
START HERE LIBRARY CARD
Sign up for a library card online. You can also renew your card or retrieve your PIN information.
BOOKS & MORE
Catalog Tips and Tricks, Reading Suggestions, Author Interviews, Book Clubs, and more!
E-COLLECTION
Download Books, Audiobooks, and Magazines! View instructions on using our resources and request support.
DATABASES A TO Z
Alphabetical list of all online research databases.
POPULAR RESOURCES
BOOK BUNDLES
Are you missing the ability to browse our shelves for books for your children? Use Book Bundles and we'll pick out a bundle of books for your child!
COMMERCIAL APPEAL (1847-Present)
Search the local newspaper all the way back to 1847.
DIG MEMPHIS

Check out our online Digital Archives and explore Memphis history through photos and more!
LINC 2-1-1 Community Information
If you are looking for help, or want to provide someone with help, just dial 2-1-1 to reach the community information and referral resources of LINC, the Library Information Center at the Memphis Public Library.
LINKEDIN LEARNING

Formerly known as Lynda.com. Tons of online training courses that are all available online right in your own home! Library card is required! Sign up for a card online today!
MEMPHIS SOUND CONNECTION

Streaming current local music for free. Local musicians: Submit a sample for inclusion.
Libby by OverDrive
Check out E-books and E-AudioBooks through Libby by OverDrive! You can visit the new Libby site or visit the original OverDrive site.

MAGAZINES @ libby
Our magazine collection has moved to Libby! Check out our collection of current and popular magazines.