
Atkinson
Atkinson branch located at 1960 W. Atkinson Ave., opened in January 1961 as the first in a 10-year program to provide large regional libraries throughout the City within a two-mile radius of anywhere in the city. The building's unique architecture is highlighted by a beamed, cathedral vaulted ceiling, woodwork and modern stained glass windows. The branch was renovated in 1994.
Atkinson features:
- Computer lab featuring 22 desktop computers for public use
- 28 laptops for use inside the library
- Free Wi-Fi for all visitors
- Public meeting spaces
- Meeting Room (Accommodates 50)
- Study Room (Accommodates 6)
- Color printer
- Great Urban Fiction collection
- Homework Help after school with Teacher in the Library
- Free computer classes for City residents
- Drop-in job search and resume help