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Home > Branch Libraries > Elmwood Elmwood Park Branch Library
550 Chene, Detroit, MI 48207
313.481.1732/313.394.0215 (Fax)
Cally Kypros, Branch Manager
ckypros@detroitpubliclibrary.orgHours of Operation:
MON 10 am - 6 pm TUE 12 Noon - 8 pm WED 10 am - 6 pm THU 12 Noon - 8 pm FRI 10 am - 6 pm SAT CLOSED SUN CLOSED Click here for holiday Closings! History
The Elmwood Park Branch opened on April 21, 1975 in the Elmwood Park Plaza. It is the only branch located in a shopping plaza. The library opening completed the development of a mini-community. The plaza included a senior citizen's high rise, a Farmer Jack supermarket, and several other businesses. The original owners included the library at the insistence of the community residents.The Lafayette Park area was the first major urban renewal project in the city of Detroit. The demolition of what was then a large African-American community began in the 1950's. The original plan for the 129 acres was to demolish the residences and commercial buildings on the site and prepare the land for resale to private developers for residential use. The plan went through many changes before the building was completed and the area fully developed. Today, Lafayette Park consists of low and high-rise apartments, condominiums and townhouses. The population of the area is mixed both racially and economically, with an age range from young families to senior citizens.
Search for books from Elmwood Park Branch's collection in the Detroit Public Library (DPL) Online Catalog.
Programs and Events:
For special events, programs & exhibits at this branch location, see our online listing. view listing>Book Dropoff:
The outdoor drop box is open 24 hours for public convenience in returning materials.Parking:
Free public parking is available.
Directions/Map:
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