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Franklin

13651 E. McNichols

Open Now. Closes at 6pm.

Franklin Summer Hours

Monday	10am–6pm
Tuesday	12pm–8pm
Wednesday	10am–6pm
Thursday	12pm–8pm
Friday	10am–6pm
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

Summer hours end September 4th.

Spotlight: Benjamin Franklin Branch

Located at the corner of Gratiot and McNichols, the Detroit Public Library Benjamin Franklin Branch was the first of a new type of “modern” branch when it opened to the public on January 24, 1950. The new branch replaced the older Outer Gratiot Branch, which had been located in a rented storefront since 1929. During the Depression, with threat of closure, the community rallied around the Outer Gratiot Branch and raised the funds through bridge parties, carnivals, and fairs to help cover the rent. Library service and access to books was vital to the neighborhood.

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Summer Reading at Franklin

Discover Franklin Branch's exciting schedule for this year's Summer Reading Program, Unearth a Story.

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Service Book Clubs

Use our free resources to host a book club, or join a club at one of our branches.

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Service Meeting Areas

Host your small group for free in one of our community meeting rooms, study carrels or open spaces.

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Franklin Summer Hours

Spotlight: Benjamin Franklin Branch

Summer Reading at Franklin

Service Book Clubs

Service Meeting Areas

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