Broward County Cultural Affairs Review

Amazing library. It is huge with several floors of books, cds, dvds, computers, computer programs, and artwork. It now has an amazing Creation Station though I have not gone since before its start.

Need too add pictures a lot tell us about it what would we do there plz upgrade. It uh little more plZ and have fair day

Best library in broward county. Cool staff and a wonderful collection. Also the art is exquisite. Very amiable environment.

I love the library- you can also buy great books for almost nothing! Employees are so helpful too.

Things has gotten much better with customer service. Once they figure out how to get all the scratched DVDs off the shelves it would be even better.

The Wi-Fi works remarkably well for me all the way around the outside of the building.

Loud LOUD LOUDER!

This is the worst library I've ever been to. It so loud (for a library that is). What bothers me the most is the staff. I mean, I understand how some patrons might not know about the code of conduct inside a public library. But the staff is the loudest. They don't know the meaning of the word "whisper". They talk loudly on the phone. They talk loudly on their obnoxiously annoying walkie talkies. They talk loud among themselves. They talk loud when they're helping someone find a book. They are so annoying and disturbing. Then comes the harassing security guard. If you are leaning back into your chair, he'll rudely tap you on your shoulder and order you to sit upright. Excuse me, what? Worst library ever. Period.

I LOVE this library, the staff is so nice and helpful. They are very insightful on the different collection of books they have from various genres to different languages. I would highly recommend this library.

I really like this library some of the staff are very nice

A REALLY beautiful library. The only thing that messes it up is the homeless people. They smell up the place and couch sneeze and wheeze everywhere without saying excuse me or covering their face. They need to make a policy on hygene cause it drives some people away

Great place
.love books.

Inside is fine...The outside is a homeless village BEWARE

In response to the one who asked "What do we do there?"

You read, fool. You read.

Information desk was totally unhelpful. Intentionally so I think. She sounded down right joyful when I walked away my time wasted.

Whatever happened to a library being quiet??
There was so much noise at this library today because of a function. What about people that actually come here to study and read?
The staff's walkie talkies are too loud, which is very disrespectful so noise is not in control at all.
The homeless issue is way out of control, which I know is not the library's fault but the city needs to act. Now the library is becoming a shelter for the homeless from the heat in the summer and harassment walking into the facility is way up. Can't the city do something to help these people in need?
And the number of people talking on mobile phones and making noises with their phones is ridiculous. Someone needs to do something about noise at this place.

Piss Poor Security Services/excluding any onsite police
They discriminated and bullied and slandered and gossiped about my wife her disabilities and her choice of an emotional support service pet/child!!!!
She cried a whole night following an encounter with security after the second days following receiving her library card.
Nasty
Disgusting
Disrespecting
Nosey
Loud
Offensive
Judgmental
Tackless
Ostracizing...security staff; each and every one of them!!
#B000000000

Complain to the city about the people outside the library. Still one of the best libraries in Broward.

I went here to pick up a reserved book with my daughter. The library is nice overall but the local homeless people use it as their home. The tech center was nice as well with personnel helping my daughter experience her first virtual reality game. They also have 2 3D printers that can be used by library members.

yes I would have to agree with previous respondent when she said the library is lovely but the homeless problem is a downer the bad odor is very distracting and repulsive but still a great library

Things have gotten better at the library now that the construction is finished. Sadly the the palm trees in the atrium have probably seen much better days. As far as libraries go the stacks are pretty well maintained and the librarians are very helpful, although the front desk staff can be a little surly. If you use the ILL service make sure to check your return dates as often they will arrive overdue. Make sure to stop in the bookshop, I've added to my collection of fiction and classical music for mere pennies.

There are librarian floor walkers with radios on each floor. I was amazed that they have a high level of customer service on each floor. They helped me find all the call numbers I needed, directed me to which floors and sections I would need to go to, and searched intensively for the old government documents that they were even having a hard time finding... and the elevators were clean and fast too.

One of the best public libraries in South Florida. Very good selection of books. Large, open interior. Helpful staff.

This homeless shelter is massive, the largest one I've seen in this city. The only thing they are missing are the showers. Please make sure you bring disinfectant spray, anti-bacterial wipes and a face mask. You will thank me later. Other than that, they have a huge selection of books and computers to use at your leisure.

Amazing library with a great collection of art and computer science books. I wish I could come and study here, but using BCL app and requesting books to read at home also works well.
Hopefully, the city would help people in the tent city in front of the library, until then studying is not that convenient because of a faint smell + occasionally running into people taking showers in the bathroom

On the 7th floor there is a very helpful girl !! I came to this place concerned about the English language and super orientated. Workers like her are the ones that are sorely needed in these parts. Congratulations. Helps maintain balance with your good care

Broward County Libraries offer excellent services and study spaces. A great selection of books, CDs, DVDs, electronic media, virtual and online services (including tutoring and homework assistance) are available to patrons of all ages.
Library program and service hours have suffered greatly due to budget cutbacks, which is really unfortunate.

We visited the makerspace - Creation Station lab - located on the first floor of the Main Library in downtown Fort Lauderdale. It's a great learning space for kids. There's 3D printers, a gadget lab, virtual reality experience, and free technology classes. The Creation Station Business Center is located on the 7th floor and opened in 2016. But the GovGarage parking and GovAnnex parking lot are not free, either pay hourly or $5-$8 flat fee on certain days.

The Main Library is centrally located among other tourist attractions. The Museum of Science and Discovery, NSU Art Museum and the Broward Center for the Performing Arts are around 5 blocks away from the Main Library.

The culture of a population, of a city, or of a country, manifests itself through books, the media, and the people who circulate among city streets. But one of the main points that we can identify the quality of life of people, of a place, is a library.

I was amazed to see their collection of book. The place was positive and quite. The Stuff was well displayed so that it's easy for people to find the right book. The staff was friendly as well as dedicated . I would like to recommend this place all the readers who wants quietness and positivity .

AMAZING library. I have been coming here for years and this location has such a vast variety of services it offers! Free classes on Microsoft office etc. Staff could be a bit friendlier at times but they re still generally nice! They have the newest dvds available to rent as well as thousands of books. I d definitely recommend checking this location out.

I LOVE THIS LIBRARY! I can study quietly and I never had issues of any kind. Im very happy that this library is close to my house!!!!

Quiet, professional staff and fast internet! Who could for anything more?

The library has 4 blink ev charging stations which is great. But security hassles me ever time I charge. Had one ask what I was doing there, point at the charger and say uh charging my car so they ask how long I m going to be.... convenient charging but getting to no not worth the hassle

INSANE WiFi strength!
Fastest uploads I ve ever seen!

I am a homeless man. I spend a lot of time in the library. I can find out about BV anything there, if not on the computer but in the myriad of literature available.

I thought it is a homeless shelter!!!
Go check it out for yourselves.
Big disappointment for Broward county as is just 1 block away from most expensive street in fort Lauderdale area.

Homeless people stand & sit in every overcrowded square inch here. This dirty location has been over-run by these zombies. There is much left to be desired. Look elsewhere for library needs.

In what world does a library not open until 12pm???

However, they are one of the only public places in the world that will let you use a Microsoft Hololens. You can t even find one of those at a Microsoft store!

Really great Library. I am amazed by the children's area and ofcourse they have lots of books and computers that you can use. The only downside is the cleanliness of the bathrooms.

Broward County County Main Library is a great facility for encouraging literacy on any subject matter.

Best library. Great collection of books, movies, music, computer lab. Now it has expanded to included interactive mediums. The first floor has a Creation Station where you can design and print 3D models. 2nd floor has a Teen studio for graphic design, music production, film production and arts & crafts. The section for the young ones is under renovation and will include an interactive studio as well.

The Services offered for youth are amazing. But the staff doesn't seem very enthused about the programs they offer, organizining the programs, or promoting them through the public schools. They should really think about relocoting this library or relocating the homeless. It doesn't feel safe for kids and outside smells like a public bathroom.

As a child, my elementry school band was invited to perform outside the Library for a christmas show. The same place were tent city and the dirty fountain is now. The inside could use a few upgrades as well. it still feels like the 80's in there.

Worse experience ever!!!!! Have been a customer at this library for 13 years, never had any issues. Recently I received an email saying I had to renew my card. So I went to the Main Library on Andrews and was approached and harassed by two homeless people (which have the area overrun). I work nearby and this location is the only one really convenient to me. I called and spoke to a lady in administration named Laura she was the most uncaring frivolous person I've come across in a while. When I explained what happened and that I did not feel safe coming back down there and requested if I could possible renew over the phone or online, since none of my information had changed, she gave me every excuse and flat out said NO. Their "policy" is all she kept saying. But the safety and peace of mind of a long term customer means nothing! They need to stop and realize that its the customers that keep them employed and in business. If we don't feel safe coming to their location its not good for their bottom line. Very disappointed with the way they treated and handled my concerns.

Many people can't afford a computer. The Public library provides a vital service. Now days access to online information is absolutely necessary, as phone books and newspapers aren't so available.

THIS KIND OF THING MAKES ME FEEL REAL OLD.

At the main branch they have a large selection of audio/video materials as well. And old newspapers on microfilm. Some of the DVDs are scratched, but that has to be expected with multiple plays.

Was able to return library materials and pick up holds with no problem.

They have to do something with the homeless people there. It feels very insecure and unhealthy when coming to the library. It smell bad there and when coming in and out, I always get Harassed and truly feels unsafe. PLEASE HELP THESE PEOPLE AND SET BETTER LAWS TO DIRECT THEM IN A POSITIVE WAY. Notice, I didn t even mentioned anything with the library, Because the attention is on the Homeless that Obviously needs help.

There are lots of great resources, especially for teens. Plenty of work space to study or read. Very friendly and helpful staff. Only drawback is the collections (fiction and nonfiction) are not organized to make them easy to browse.

A good selection of books with a friendly enough staff. It is what it is.

Ugly building, poorly maintained, staff unfriendly, poorly maintained books still on the shelf, antiquarian books accessible to abuse and malicious desrutiin by the public