Downtown Main Library

Downtown Main Library This is the official page of the Downtown Main Library of the Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library.

Curious about the history of your home or property? Join us on Saturday, September 12, from 11 a.m.–noon at the Downtown...
09/05/2026

Curious about the history of your home or property? Join us on Saturday, September 12, from 11 a.m.–noon at the Downtown Main Library for an introduction to property history research in Hamilton County and the resources that can help you uncover the story behind your address. No reservation required.

Every second Thursday of the month, connect with workforce development services and resources from Easterseals Redwood, ...
09/03/2026

Every second Thursday of the month, connect with workforce development services and resources from Easterseals Redwood, CHPL’s Adult Education and Workforce Development, and Brighton Center.

Join us tomorrow for an Employment Job & Resource Fair, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Confirmed organizations and businesses inclu...
09/02/2026

Join us tomorrow for an Employment Job & Resource Fair, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Confirmed organizations and businesses include Amazon, Goodwill, UPS, Talbert House Employment, 513Relief Bus, 4C for Children, UC Health, VA Outreach, Hard Rock Casino, Freestore Foodbank, and Hamilton County Office of Reentry. No registration required!

Prepare for the U.S. citizenship exam with a free ten-session class starting Tuesday, September 15, from 10–11:30 a.m. T...
09/01/2026

Prepare for the U.S. citizenship exam with a free ten-session class starting Tuesday, September 15, from 10–11:30 a.m. Topics include civics, history, government, and English skills. For eligible adults 18+. Registration required before September 10 --> https://bit.ly/3V51NZG

Get help with SNAP, Medicaid, OWF, and child care applications and renewals on Tuesday, September 1, from 10 a.m.–2 p.m....
08/31/2026

Get help with SNAP, Medicaid, OWF, and child care applications and renewals on Tuesday, September 1, from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. with the Job & Family Services Community Resource Team. Support is available every first Tuesday. No appointment needed. Walk-ins only.

Please wish Michelle Elliott (Regional Manager) a happy retirement after 37 years with CHPL! 🎉
08/31/2026

Please wish Michelle Elliott (Regional Manager) a happy retirement after 37 years with CHPL! 🎉

Explore the wild and wonderful world of birds through literature on Tuesday, September 15, from 6–7:30 p.m. The CHPL Bir...
08/28/2026

Explore the wild and wonderful world of birds through literature on Tuesday, September 15, from 6–7:30 p.m. The CHPL Bird Nerds Book Club discusses “The Serviceberry” by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Reserve your copy at --> https://bit.ly/4x1ZBzO

Find legal help and reliable information on Thursday, September 3, from 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. with partners from the Clerk ...
08/27/2026

Find legal help and reliable information on Thursday, September 3, from 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. with partners from the Clerk of Courts Help Center, Ohio Crime Victim Justice Center, and VoteRiders: Voter ID Help. Support is available every first Thursday.

Since establishing in 2019, Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Ohio has mailed 26 million books to kids. Thank you, D...
08/26/2026

Since establishing in 2019, Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Ohio has mailed 26 million books to kids. Thank you, Dolly, for the Imagination Library of Ohio and your commitment to literacy for children. Your legacy will live on. ❤️

Get creative alongside the Contemporary Arts Center's Artist-in-Residence Micah Mickles tomorrow from 4–6 p.m. in the Te...
08/25/2026

Get creative alongside the Contemporary Arts Center's Artist-in-Residence Micah Mickles tomorrow from 4–6 p.m. in the Teen Programming Space. Drop in to observe, experiment, and make art—no experience needed and all supplies provided.

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800 Vine Street
Cincinnati, OH
45202

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 8pm
Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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+15133696900

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