Amenities Highlights

  • Free Public Computers
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Meeting Room
  • Study Room
  • African-American Collection of Literature and History
  • Bilingual Staff
  • Multi-Stall Single-Gender Restrooms
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About the Douglass-Truth Branch

The current Douglass-Truth Branch was expanded and reopened Oct. 14, 2006. The building follows historic preservation guidelines of the original library, which is a city landmark. It has a grand staircase as well as the Soul Pole, a totem pole depicting African-American history given to the Library in 1972 by what was then called the Rotary Boys Club.

Douglass-Truth Branch Highlights

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Exterior detail of the Douglass-Truth Branch
Library staff at the service desk area at the Douglass-Truth Branch
Library patrons in teen area at the Douglass-Truth Branch
Public computer area at the Douglass-Truth Branch
Library patrons in seating area at the Douglass-Truth Branch
Staircase at the Douglass-Truth Branch
Meeting room area at the Douglass-Truth Branch
Displayed artwork at the Douglass-Truth Branch

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