About Fort smith public library
Fort Smith Public Library: Your Gateway to Knowledge and Learning
Welcome to the Fort Smith Public Library, your one-stop destination for all your reading and learning needs. With four library locations spread across the city, we offer a wide range of materials, programs, services, and events that cater to people of all ages and interests. Whether you are a student looking for academic resources or a book lover seeking new titles to explore, we have something for everyone.
Our library system has been serving the community since 1911 when it was first established as a Carnegie Library. Over the years, we have grown in size and scope but our commitment to providing quality resources remains unchanged. We believe that access to information is essential for personal growth and development which is why we strive to make our services accessible to everyone.
Our Libraries
We have four libraries located in different parts of Fort Smith - Main Library on Rogers Avenue, Miller Branch on Dallas Street, Windsor Branch on North 12th Street, and Dallas Branch on South 56th Street. Each location has its unique collection of books, magazines, newspapers as well as digital resources such as e-books audiobooks available through our online catalog.
In addition to traditional library materials like books and DVDs; we also offer access to technology such as computers with internet access at each location along with printing capabilities. Our libraries also provide free Wi-Fi so you can bring your own device or use one of ours while visiting us.
Programs & Services
We offer an array of programs designed specifically for children including storytimes where kids can listen while they learn about new topics from trained librarians who specialize in early childhood education. We also host summer reading programs that encourage children's love for reading by offering incentives like prizes when they reach certain milestones throughout their summer break.
For teens interested in gaming or coding skills development; there are opportunities available through our Teen Tech program which provides hands-on experience with various technologies such as robotics kits or virtual reality headsets!
Adults can take advantage of many educational opportunities offered at Fort Smith Public Library too! From computer classes covering everything from basic computer skills up through advanced software applications like Microsoft Office Suite; there's something here no matter what level you're starting at! Additionally adult programming includes book clubs where members discuss current best-sellers or classic literature selections chosen by group consensus!
Events
The Fort Smith Public Library hosts numerous events throughout the year including author visits where readers can meet their favorite authors face-to-face! We also host workshops covering topics ranging from gardening tips & tricks up through financial planning strategies so attendees leave feeling empowered with knowledge gained during these sessions!
Online Resources
Our online resources include databases containing articles from scholarly journals along with other reference materials useful both inside & outside classroom settings alike! These databases cover subjects ranging from history up through science fiction literature making them perfect tools whether researching school projects or simply satisfying curiosity about any given topic!
Conclusion:
At Fort Smith Public Library; we believe that knowledge is power - which means providing access not only physical books but digital ones too via online catalogues accessible anywhere anytime day/night hours seven days per week without leaving home if desired! Our mission statement reflects this belief: "To provide quality service excellence within an environment conducive towards lifelong learning." Come visit us today see how much more than just books await discovery here at FSPublicLibrary.org !