Tales from the Kentucky Room
Listen to stories of Lexington’s history told through the Kentucky Room archives.
Listen to stories of Lexington’s history told through the Kentucky Room archives.
Attend a public event at the Farish or reserve the fully equipped theater for a private event of your own.
We believe in free and equal access to information. That's why everyone can access education and entertainment resources and technology without worrying about overdue fines.
Choose from a variety of book clubs for different ages and interests or join us for a readers and writers event.
Schedule a one-on-one consultation to learn library skills, get help with research and job searches, have a test proctored by one of our librarians, and more.
Open Studio Hours:
Monday & Tuesday:
11:30am – 6:30pm
2nd & 4th Saturday & Sunday:
1:30 – 4:30pm
The Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace is an inclusive space where customers of all ages can come to learn, create, and explore together, free of charge. Outfitted with current high-tech and low-tech tools, the Makerspace is designed to promote education and cultivate a do-it-yourself spirit for the whole family.
New visitors are asked to complete the Experiential Learning Agreement and Equipment Use Policy before use.
Open Studio is a regular time for creators to use the Makerspace to work on individual or group projects. This space also hosts a variety of programs, listed in the events section below.
Marksbury Family Branch Open Studio hours are Monday and Tuesday, 11:30am – 6:30pm and the second and fourth Saturday and Sunday of each month, 1:30 – 4:30pm.
Supplies like buttons and PLA filament are available to purchase from staff in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace. Equipment like the Cricut Maker, sewing machines, and embroidery machine may be used with your own materials free of charge.
Please ask Makerspace staff for more details before use.