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Main Library Construction

The Main Library is currently undergoing interior and exterior construction affecting the front entrance. Until further notice, please enter The Library at the 4th Street side entrance. The construction is a part of our 2024 Main Library Renovation. To learn more about the renovation plans, click below.

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City of Davenport Paintings

Beginning November 1st, the Main Library will have a small art exhibition displaying eleven paintings by local artist T.F. Hempel. Pulled from The Library’s Richardson-Sloane Special Collections Center, the paintings feature The City of Davenport as their muse. The exhibition is open during The Library’s operating hours and will be on display through the end of 2024.

Library Business Assistance

Library Business Assistance can help you with your small business! If you are starting a business or need help with your business, we have resources to help you.

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Upcoming Programs & Events View All Events

Nov 6 | 10:00 AM

Walkers & Wigglers Storytime

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Storytimes

Nov 6 | 3:00 PM

Coffee and Connections

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Celebration/Party

Nov 6 | 3:30 PM

LEGO Club

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From the Blog

Good Bad Girl by Alice Feeney

November 06, 2024 -

“There is always a reason why people behave the way that they do. Sometimes bad people are just sad people in disguise.” ― Alice Feeney, Good Bad Girl Good Bad Girl follows the lives of three women working through traumas from their past that haunt their lives today. One woman’s

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

The 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program is a free, self-paced, program designed to support babies, toddlers, and young children in developing essential early literacy skills. This initiative aims to prepare them for school readiness and foster a foundation for lifelong success!

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The Library's Foundation

The FRIENDS of the Davenport Public Library is dedicated to raising funds and managing an endowment portfolio to support The Library's initiatives. Additionally, the FRIENDS oversee the operation of used bookstores at each Davenport Public Library location.

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