Across from the Institute of Art is the main branch he Detroit Public Library. This is the 2nd…read morelargest library system in the U.S. by volumes held & the 12th-largest public library system in the country. This Main Library is part of Detroit's Cultural Center Historic District listed in the National Register of Historic Places. This marble Italian Renaissance building is over 100 years old. A lot of history has been made here. In 1970 Clara Stanton Jones became the 1st African American and 1st woman to serve as director of a major library system in America, as director of the Detroit Public Library.

What are you waiting for?? Go visit the library of dreams! This big beautiful library can never…read moredisappoint, even if you just go in and explore for a while. When you go in, I recommend going all the way to the left where they have a room that features a few walls of interesting books. They're always rotating so you get an amazing mixture of everything-- spirituality, history, economics, politics, religion... I think that's kind of the theme of that area. That's my favorite. They also have several different sort of resource centers. The most amazing thing is the upstairs, it's like a museum. It has art all over the ceilings that transport you to Europe. It's a nice place to study, there's huge rooms to do so, one with a view outside to the art museum. You can usually have an entire huge table to yourself! I won't say too much more, go look for yourself!

I love this place. Staff is friendly and helpful. I recently…read morediscovered they provide an area for salah and meditation! I really appreciate this accomodation. Thank You.

Beautiful library, a gorgeous fireplace and huge floor to ceiling windows, I wanted SO BADLY to…read moregive them 5 stars especially because of the fact that it's 5 min from my house and so so convenient BUT the employees behind the desk are SOOOO LOUD. Making it very hard for anyone to focus, having entire conversations at the desk using their outdoor voices. I miss the days when people would whisper in the library

The Henry Ford Centennial Library is a large, rectangular building…read more                 It is very imposing.  From Michigan Avenue there is a large entryway.  It is difficult to access it.  You need to drive around back and enter the building from there.                 It is finely designed and the white marble is striking in the sunlight or the rain.  It is very beautiful in the evening.  The interior is very interesting.  The entryway leads to a circular stairway which you must take if you are going to check out a book.  The checkout desk is on the second floor.  So is the reference desk.                 I didn't see the entire collection.  What I saw was a standard offering.  They have a LOT of books.  The building is as voluminous inside as you would expect after having it seen it from the outside.                 The clerks at the checkout desk were very happy to assist me.  I went to the Reference Desk and was also treated with respect and dignity - except for one clerk who we'll just assume was having a bad day.                 There is a fountain sculpture in the first floor lobby.  I caution you not to look at it while heading up the staircase or heading down the staircase.  Just thinking about it right now is making me dizzy - so think about it with caution too.  Otherwise it's a fine library.

this is the best library in the area by far. it's huge. great public space to do work in. lots of…read moreprivate meeting rooms and conference spaces

The main branch of the Detroit Public Library is STUNNING!!!! I would recommend looking at the map…read moreso that you can find your way around. The librarians are so helpful and are able to find you content that you need and even order it from different systems so that you are able to get exactly what you need. There are so many tables and spaces to do work or read your next book. They also do so many events for the community and I would highly recommend checking it out !!

This is for the Skillman Branch of the Detroit Public Library…read more There is a small park at the head of the library. It is pleasant to look at and shady. There is no seating in there. It hasn't stopped homeless people from using it to sleep and rest in. The library was built in the 1920's. It is a great looking building They have a 'Newspaper Room' that is accessed by a revolving door. Lots of fun. The interior is decorated in a style from the 1920's that is very interesting if you are interested in period pieces. There is an original water fountain there that still operates. The staff is very attentive, kind and knowledgeable. Be aware when visiting. It's a big city and this is a public space. It's worth the visit. Don't miss it.

Oh my local library how I love thee. Free thirty minute parking in certain spots, private rooms to…read morestudy, comfy chairs to skim books or read zines, friendly and helpful staff, book clubs, rotating book displays, huge media collection, seed library and library of things to borrow. They can get books you request in a pretty timely matter, are linked to other libraries to fill requests for popular or difficult to find titles. I visit at least a couple times a month and am in two book clubs. They also host making events and artists. Can't say enough good things. Love this place.

I'm always on the hunt for new study spots in Southfield Michigan and I'm so grateful to have…read morestumbled upon the Ferndale Public Library! What I really love about this library is that it's an a suer convenient location that is waking distance from a lot of great bakeries and restaurants in Ferndale. The library itself is quiet but not to a deafening degree. There's some light chatter and it gets a lot of sunlight which is also a plus. The staff is super friendly and there are plenty of computers and seating available. They also have a kids corner with books, games, and other activities to keep kids occupied. I also love that there's a lot of different seating options with spacious countertops for work and individual seating if you want to study alone. Highly recommend getting some work done here or just stopping by to dig into a good book !

I like the numerous reading nooks by windows with charging stations. My favorite area is the…read moreperiodical reading room. It has plenty of natural light, lots of magazines, and every major local and national newspaper, along with comfortable chairs and a fireplace. I haven't used the study rooms, but I may reserve space someday for a quiet place to work. In my opinion, the parking lot is somewhat small and located a bit too far from the library entrance. It could be an accessibility issue for those who have problems walking, especially in the wintertime. Overall, I have no complaints. It's a good neighborhood library.

Stopped here with mom to grab a couple books for her…read more The building and inside looks so much nicer since they renovated and expanded it. One of the things I forgot about and miss about Grosse Pointe, were there great library systems here. My mother has been reading a lot of books from all of the library systems in the GP area for several decades.

A well-appointed, gorgeous public library. I entered on a Friday afternoon and found the library…read morebusy with teens studying, all ages browsing books and seniors filling several tables playing cards and board games in a rec. room that is right at the front entrance. I browsed the little bookstore and purchased a 1000 piece puzzle from Springbok and two cd's all for just $5.00. There is a children's room right at the front of the entrance. Also at the front of the entrance are a nice selection of mobility aids for those that need a little assistance getting around. The entrance itself is full of beautiful plants, trees and scenic decorations, making the entire vibe very welcoming. There is a computer room in the far back, a heft section of nothing but large print books. The front desk people were very knowledgeable and friendly.

In town for a few days with plans to spend time with family while working remotely, I needed…read moresomewhere to go due to my mom's dog barking. She suggested the Bloomfield Township Public Library and admittedly, I was a bit hesitant at first. However, I was in need of somewhere quiet to connect to video calls and I didn't have much time, so I somewhat begrudgingly headed over. Wow - I was blown away by the beautiful space - both indoor and out. There are plenty of friendly staff members to help answer your questions, obviously tons of books, a large and colorful children's area, an outdoor area, a vending machine area, computer area, plenty of desks, and private rooms for members. I am not a resident or member, so I headed outside to a beautiful terrace and I'm now back for my second day working here because I loved it so much. I haven't looked too deeply, but there also appear to be programs for community members of all ages to partake in - from book clubs and writers groups to knitting groups, summer craft kits, language conversation groups, speed dating with a book, and so much more. I'm literally so impressed with everything this library has to offer. I will be back and this may inspire me to also visit my own library back home. Lesson learned: never question a suggestion from my mom ;)

The Southfield Public Library is fantastic! It's a gathering space with FREE rooms to meet for…read moresmall groups in addition to having Video Conference rooms for Zoom meetings(for one person). There's three floors with a separate section for children, teens and adults along with the traditional categories. They hold book readings, used book sales and author talks. I love that the library is centrally located. Clean restrooms and the library very well organized. They even have a mobile app! Decor is nice with plenty of space and artwork. The staff is pleasant and helpful. The library is very well used and busy and that's a good thing!

Southfield Public Library is not only a great asset to the Southfield community. It is also a…read moretourist attraction for the Metropolitan Detroit area. It is acclaimed to be one of the finest libraries in the country. It is wonderful to have a third generation of my family enjoying and discovering all that the library has to offer. My granddaughter loves the children's room. Her imagination gets to run with the kitchen play area, doll house, puzzles, puppets and the books. This puts me in the mind of the Dr. Seuss book, Oh The Places You Will Go! The library has plenty of room and space for the whole family. Parents please note: You MUST keep your children with you at all times. You also can not drop your children off and leave them unattended for their safety.

I have been wanting to come to Flyleaf for some time and this Sunday afternoon I had some time to…read morekill. Little did I know that Flyleaf Literature & Libations would be firing on all cylinders. It was a packed house on both floors including a private party in their meeting room on the second floor. One of the workers was kind enough to give me and my Yelp BFF the lay of the land. He shared that Flyleaf was hosting a Boy Band event with great music playing and lots of patrons taking advantage of their Sunday Brunch offerings. It was very festive and standing room only at the moment. They host various theme events every month. Although I have included the menu, their food offerings change too. They had a great book selection. I was impressed that they had four books featured that I recently purchased. I look forward to returning to kick back with a book on their patio with a pastry or two.

Beautiful multi level book store-coffee shop-restaurant. we ordered coffee to go; drinks took a…read morewhile to come out. We later came back for cocktails - pretty good! Busy on a weekend evening.

I love Royal oak library multiple levels an outside sitting area. Located right by The theater…read more Coming here to rent books or buy books for me and my son is thee absolute best. This place also always has an event going on mostly free and open to the public . Great library to buy books to take home to start your own kids home library or your very own adult library at home. They also have vinyls you can rent . Which I think is so cool.

I love this library. The staff go out of their way to be helpful. It's a wonderful resource in our…read morecommunity.