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Find out what's happening at our locations.  Browse upcoming events and discover our dedicated learning spaces.  Reserve a meeting room.  Explore our galleries and special collections.

All the Library Can Be

The library is essential to a thriving community, ensuring equitable access to information, education, and technology for all. We raise funds to support Lexington Public Library programs, services, and special projects that go beyond what public dollars alone can support.

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Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Children 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver. Please note that we will be building with the classic Lego bricks that contain small parts.

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Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us to create your own 3D-printed Croc charms! We?ll design a charm from scratch and also paint pre-printed ones. Registration Required. For Ages 8-17
Library News
New facility will remain at previous location with a larger footprint and expanded offerings

Lexington, Kentucky (August 18, 2022) – The Lexington Public Library broke ground on a new, significantly larger facility in the former Village Branch location on Versailles Road to better provide for the needs of the neighborhoods it serves. The new branch will reflect the community’s vision for a state-of-the-art community hub, one that offers robust resources and a myriad of program and service offerings. The groundbreaking ceremony was held on Tuesday at a media event featuring Library and City officials.

Read the latest news from Lexington Public Library.

Library meeting rooms are available for individuals, non-profit, for profit, study groups, and community organizations seeking to hold meetings, trainings, and workshops.  Meeting rooms are free of charge.  Sterno and other tools/equipment that have an open flame are prohibited.

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Central Library - Gallery

The Central Library Gallery opens its new exhibit, "Stories Told: Mixed Media by Raymond Papka," featuring shadow box assemblages using found and repurposed objects by this modern surrealist. Plus music by Jonathan and Jessica Carlisle.

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Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us for a drop-in Lego hour! Complete a challenge or let your imagination run wild. Legos of all sizes will be available! Program open to kids and families.
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Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

First, we'll learn about engineer Ruzena Bajcsy and her contributions to computer science and robotics. Then we'll test out some robots like Sphero Bots, Ozobots, and more!  Ages 12+

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Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Roll up your sleeves, experiment with new technology, and get crafting!
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Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

First, we'll learn about Henrietta Lacks and the ways in which she contributed to modern medical research. Then we'll do some research ourselves using chemistry and biology to extract DNA from strawberries! Dress for mess! Ages 12+

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Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Toddlers are invited to be little builders at Eastside's construction site! Here, they will play with the sensory sites, and build in their construction zones.
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Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Join us to create your own light up paper circuit card.

Únase para crear su propia tarjeta de circuito de papel iluminado.
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Central Library
Drop in for our monthly teen DIY program! This month, learn to use stamping tools to make a metal necklace or faux leather keychain. Materials provided while supplies last.
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Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Drop in and make your own Kid Kit like the members of the Baby-Sitters Club! Use it for a babysitting job now, or keep it for one in the future. For ages 7 and up. No registration required.
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Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Play Capture the Flag, Battle Royale, and more!
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Marksbury Family Branch - First Floor Paseo

Join us for a special musical journey led by our community's brightest young pianists! 
Try It Yourself! 
First, we'll have keyboards available so that school-age kids, teens, and adults can?try out the program for themselves! This is a great opportunity to get hands-on experience with music. 
Student Performances 

Library News
New Versailles Road Library Branch to be named Marksbury Family Branch

Lexington, Kentucky (March 9, 2022) – Lexington Public Library and Lexington Public Library Foundation are honored to announce that the Marksbury Family Foundation has committed the lead gift for the capital campaign to rebuild the library branch at the corner of Versailles Road and Village Drive.  In recognition of their generosity, the new facility will be named the Marksbury Family Branch when it opens in 2024.

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Location
Central Library Exterior
Location Hours

Monday-Thursday: 9:30am-7:00pm
Friday: 9:30am-6:00pm
Saturday: 9:30am-5:00pm
Sunday: 1:00pm-5:00pm

Location Mailing Address

140 East Main Street
Lexington, KY 40507