From Wayne Dowdy, Manager of the Library’s History Department: “Clayborn Temple is one of the most significant sites […]
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
News Channel 3 – Live at 9 – April 7, 2025 – Wang-Ying Glasgow from Memphis Public Libraries […]
In the News: “Memphis woman marched with MLK—now her story ...
ABC 24 Memphis – March 31, 2025 – At the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, ink was flowing for […]
In the News: “Memphis Library Foundation hosts tattoo event to ...
Congratulations to this year’s winners of the Richard Wright Literary Awards! ADULT FANTASY/SCIENCE FICTION Katie Silverwings – Warmth & Darkness […]
Richard Wright Literary Award Winners 2025
Action News 5 – Bluff City Life – March 28, 2025 – “Go inside the Benjamin L. Hooks […]
“Bluff City Life: Preserving The Historical Record Of Tomorrow”
We’re thrilled to announce the official launch of the Seed Library Garden Club this January! Whether you’re an […]
Seed Library Garden Club Newsletter
We hope December finds you safe and cozy. With rain in the forecast (December typically averages just under six […]
What’s New at Central 2024 December
Check out all the fun that was had at this year’s BookStock Festival. Thank you to the Friends […]
BookStock 2024 was a Huge Success
Here are the winners for the Annual Richard Wright Literary Awards held at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library! […]
Richard Wright Literary Awards
Library Journal, March 19, 2024 – “Libraries are incorporating collaboration, creativity, and a steadfast commitment to create accessible […]
“Intersectional Accessibility: Creating Inclusive Spaces, Examining Ebook Accessibility”
Daily Memphian, February 29, 2024 – “Jazz concert series are returning in March to two Memphis institutions. Crosstown Arts […]
“5 Fridays of Jazz and Crosstown Arts Jazz Month return ...
Action News 5 – November 16, 2023 “The Parade of Nations International Fest is happening November 17 from 11 a.m. […]
“Parade of Nations International Fest set for November 17”
The Start Here Volunteer Leadership Conference is designed to engage and educate nonprofit professionals and civic leaders on […]
Volunteer Leadership Conference 2023
Check out one of the biggest events so far at that the library! We want to thank everyone […]
Comic Con 2023
Bookstock 2023 was a blast! Many thanks to the Friends of the Library and Memphis Library Foundation’s sponsorship […]
Bookstock 2023 Was a Blast!
ABC 24 MEMPHIS – November 20, 2022 “Performances by groups like the Chinese Ensemble and the Memphis Youth […]
“‘Parade of Nations’ held by Benjamin L. Hooks Central Libraryons ...
Daily Memphian – August 12, 2022 “When walking into the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library at 3030 Poplar […]