What’s Your LFPL Story?
My granddaughter (Quinn) and I read 6000 books (Yes! 6000!) before Kindergarten. The Library has played a large role in us achieving that lofty goal. We visit the library regularly…
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July 13, 2021
Louisville Free Public Library Announces Plans for new Children’s Bookmobile
Library Foundation, area donors join to help LFPL reach underserved in LouisvilleFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LOUISVILLE (April 13, 2021) – Mayor Greg Fischer today joined members of the Louisville Free Public Library,…
April 13, 2021
Investing in Libraries Ensures a Stronger Louisville for Generations
This op-ed published in The Courier-Journal from Board Chair Wallace H. Dunbar Jr. and Deja Jackson, President of Friends of the Library, provides information about the Build America's Libraries Act…
April 7, 2021
Join Our Team – Director of Development
The Director of Development works in partnership with the Executive Director to prepare, plan, and implement a comprehensive resource development strategy and operating plan to retain and significantly expand philanthropic…
June 16, 2020
Library Foundation Community Message
The Library Foundation joins our friends and colleagues in Louisville and across the nation in the battle against overt and systemic racism. The Library Foundation staff, volunteers and donors understand…
June 9, 2020
Despite COVID-19 closures, Louisville Free Public Library Finds a Way to Help in the Fight Against the Coronavirus
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (May 5, 2020) – Despite its buildings being closed and nearly 90% of its employees now on furlough due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Louisville Free Public Library continues to…
May 5, 2020
The Library is Here for You!
As part of the effort to contain the COVID-19 virus, all branches of the Louisville Free Public Library are closed to the public through April 5. As we take steps to physically distance ourselves from one…
March 19, 2020
Calling All Young Professionals
A recent study shows that 53% of millennials have used a public library in the previous 12 months. This result isn't surprising given all the benefits available.
January 6, 2020
Café LOUIE
Enjoy a cup of coffee at the Library with your local legislators during Café LOUIE sessions. These informal meetings take place on Saturday mornings, January - March, from 9-10 a.m. at various Library branches.
January 2, 2020
Middletown Library to reopen Saturday 11/2/2019
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (November 1, 2019) – The Middletown branch of the Louisville Free Public Library will reopen at 10 a.m. this Saturday, November 2, in its former location in the…
November 1, 2019