Jacksonville Public Library - Main Library

This free event was an incredible last-minute find on Instagram! I always love the local events that @Cre8jax shares--big thanks to him for spotlighting fun things to do in and around Jacksonville.It was my first time back at the Jacksonville Public Library since visiting with our wonderful Community Manager Rachel back in April, and it did not disappoint!The Naturally Art exhibition was such a unique experience. It featured light snacks, juice, local honey tastings, a live flutist, an interactive game to enhance your art exploration, and thoughtful souvenirs to take home. One of the highlights for me was the opportunity to share your favorite Jacksonville park, which earned you a packet of flower seeds to plant during your next visit--a fantastic way to give back to nature!Everyone working the event was incredibly friendly and welcoming. With the library just six minutes from my house, attending this was a true delight. I'll definitely be on the lookout for more free events like this!

I use the Jax library app so I rarely go to the building but I saw they were having a popcon and I had to go!I didn't know what to expect but it began outside of the library when I ran into a cute cosplayer. Why I didn't expect people to dress out I don't know.There were so many vendors and things for all ages to participate in. After walking through the vendors I headed downstairs and watched D&D play, they didn't mind explaining the play to me either.I went into another room and they had comics and anime books to cut out and make your own pin! I chose Sailor Moon and it came out great! I then went into the electronic game room where kids were able to play varied games, needless to say the room was full of gamers.I then sat in a kids story time that was pretty cool. It was for the under 5 group but I just sat in the back and listened.I like KPop so I hung out until 3pm to see the KPop dance group performance. Let me just say the library did an awesome job. The last time I came to the building was last year to use their VCR to thumb drive machine. Yea, I was able to digitize my old VCR tapes for free, it's time consuming but it's also free!It's all free too!

Had so much fun. My friend and I came all the way from Richmond Hill ga. Thank u for having us.

Love the Jacksonville Main Library . Great location ! Lovely arts exhibit on the main floor next to the awesome teen center that my son loves so much . The spaces are huge and welcoming . We also love the atrium area upstairs it's a nice outdoor area and great for having lunch. It's my favorite library in the city !

This library is beautiful! My favorite room is the 3rd floor map room. I came here to find some copies of old city docs and the librarians were super helpful! Everyone is kind here and the place is clean. They have a small art gallery on the first floor.There are two paid parking garages nearby and street parking, so it's fairly easy to find a spot. Lots of food places nearby as well.

I came to the Jacksonville Public Library for the Jax Book Fest 2020 at the Main Library. To say I was impressed was an understatement.First the building is so impressive from the outside and grand. I love the large owls on the building.When I stepped into the main library with my mom and little nugget, we were greeted by a bunch of different vendors (WJCT, local news affiliates, library staff). The lobby had about 10 different vendors, and to the side, there was a local bookstore selling books. Of course we couldn't pass up purchasing a dinosaur popup for the nugget.Then we walked into the main level of the library, where there were dozens of authors selling their books. To say this made my heart happy is an understatement. I love books and I always have such fond memories of growing up in grade school having authors come to our school, read their books, and then signing the said books for us.We got up close and personal interactions with some very talented authors at this event. We purchased books from the following authors: Becky Cummings (such a lovely author) and made sure to write three separate personal messages to nugget in each of the three books we purchased, Jessie Miller, who wrote a book about her adopted pup, Winnie and we got to meet Winnie, Nancy Raines Day, who was just lovely and wrote nugget a special message, and our new favorite book "Tinx just stinks and Charlie Doesn't" by Jason Woods. The author, Jason Woods took the time to read almost the whole book to nugget, and was so animated. He was super awesome!There was a full two floors of authors. It was such a great way to spend a Saturday morning.Pros:-Great space for the event-So great to see so many authors-Ability to have up close and personal time with authors, who would also sign their book for youCons:-Parking can be a bit of a nightmare downtownTips: Put this festival on your calendar for next year, what a fantastic way to support authors and a love of reading!

A stunning venue filled with life, knowledge and community mindset. Contrary to the libraries of yesteryear, the Jacksonville Public Library is much more than a place to pick up the Great American Novel. The possibilities are endless!From community events to informative classes for children and adults, to exquisite art exhibits to a free wifi hub or even a remote getaway from the real world, there are hundreds of things to do here. Apparently, it's even become a wedding destination!I've scheduled meetings, moseyed around the courtyard on a beautiful day, and even camped out in a comfy chair with a good read for hours. The versatility here is quite remarkable. Plus, any employee I've ever encountered has been incredibly helpful to my requests. If you haven't been to a library in awhile, I encourage you to visit the Downtown location. The architecture, artwork, and cleanliness of the facility alone allow for a humble stroll or change of scenery.

Our local library is always a good idea and its beautiful inside. I have been bringing my son to this library for years and its ways been an adventure. I was blessed recently to come for a Yelp Event to benefit the local library. Please invest in our local libraries so that we can keep them open and thriving.

Wow! Just Beautiful!! This library is HUGE!! They offer so much! Books, computers, board games, events, Art displays, beautiful outdoor space for weddings or meetings.They also have a whole space for arts and craft classes, for kids and adults.Wonderful public facilities!

Jacksonville is so lucky to have such a wonderful library like this magnificent one. It's three stories high. They have plenty of computers available for people to use. We had a Yelp Event here and we were able to donate/contribute around $7000.00 to help the library. If you have not visited this library, then you should.