The staff is so helpful and assisted me when I was unexpectedly stranded in Duluth. They helped me…read morefind a way to work remotely, and saved the day!

I grew up going to big public libraries in big cities, so I'm kind of a brat when it comes to…read morelibrary systems. But I really can't say enough nice things about the Duluth library. First, it's accessible -- right downtown with parking all around the building and right on the bus line. Second -- the staff is SO nice. We visit Duluth often but don't live there, and the staff is to a person helpful and considerate. I was working on research project and made several calls to the library for guidance and help in the week or so before I came to visit in person. Each person I spoke with was super helpful and one librarian even called me back because she thought of an additional thing that might help. Then I made my in-person visit to finish my research and use some of the tools you can only use at the library itself. Again, everyone was incredibly friendly and helpful. They helped me locate the microfilm I needed, reminded me how to work the machine and even came back to check on me after awhile. I was also quite impressed with the number of online resources available for use even without visiting the library. There are a number of very helpful databases available on the library website. I can't say much about the book selection since that's not why I was there. But I did note that there's an exchange where the library can get books from other branches, which is always nice.

It is a pretty good library. Not to be missed is the "Bob Dylan Museum" in the basement. It…read morehighlights two tiles from his bathroom, his old doorknob, and a window from his house. Wowwww.... And there are some posters and homemade timelines. You can see this amazing display when there is not a conference or ESL class going on in the "museum". They've got really nice old paintings and have display cases full of cool stuff.

I love the childrens librarian, she's awesome. The reason for only 3 stars - I've had a few times…read morewhere books have been returned, but still showing that we checked them out. I had to go and find the book on the shelf myself to prove we returned it. This just happened again, but this time they show 3 books overdue! It's a little disappointing because my kids love to check out a lot of books at once, but now I'm going to have to limit the amount they take out. Why this would happen? I don't know. Otherwise, it's a great library with lots of activities for kids and adults alike.

Currently this library is currently closed to the public, but offers a "Grab & Go Drive Thru Window…read more& Hold Pickup". I didn't realize this when I walked down, so my review will be lacking but I did find the river walk right by the library. There's art work and benches along the river sidewalk.

My closest local library is like any other library in the sense that books, periodicals,…read morenewspapers, audio tapes, video tapes, and DVD 's are kept for reading, reference, or lending. There are meeting rooms, small quiet study rooms, computers, and a resource desk. The library is laid out where the children's section is on the opposite side of the building from the teen section. What really draws me to the library are the programs they offer each month to different age groups. I receive in my email "News from the Library" each month. For instance, the programs in May, include a Harpist, Christina Catruvo playing Celtic music; Beth Dooley, author of Minnesota Bounty, sharing her love for Farmer's Markets and how to prepare locally produced foods; Frederick Blanch, writer and nature photography, showing his breathtaking photos and giving hints and tips on how you can do; Paws to Read is the summer reading program kickoff Art event which is open to all ages, Teens need to get ready for the Battle of the Bands in June; Jon Maturi continues his discussions on the Civil War:The Overland Campaign; Family Movie night:Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2; and Phenologist and Nature lover John Latimer takes you on a Spring River Walk along the Mississippi River right outside the library. You should sign up to get the monthly email on what events/programs that are being offered and would be of interest to you. Also, the upcoming programs are posted at the library. Summer reading programs for children and teens will be starting in June. Ongoing events are Story Times for children and caregivers and sometimes they have special visitors. As I love & shop our local Farmer's Market, I attended the presentation by Beth Dooley. It was excellent, educational, informative and she made the most delicious salad with mixed greens, micro greens, pea shoots, shiitake mushrooms, black radish, smoked trout and 3 different homemade vinaigrette dressings. How great is that! Interesting questions were asked during the Q & A and there was a lot of interaction among the attendees. One thing I do like is the comment card handed out after the presentations to inform the library on how well you enjoyed the program, if you would like similar programs to be offered and what other types of programs you would like to see be offered. I recommend that you check out what is happening at the library. You might be surprised what interests you and/or your family.

The new library is so spacious and modern. It's such an asset to the community…read more They have meeting rooms, a community room, and children and teen sections.