Hours
Temporary Hours (as of January 11):
| Mon. - Thu. | 10 AM - 6 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM - 5 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM - 2 PM |
About this Location
In 1890 Miss Martha Mercer became head librarian of the Memorial Library, which was then housed in the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Building. Miss Mercer traveled to New York and met with James Bertram, Andrew Carnegie’s secretary and in 1903 Carnegie awarded a grant for $35,000 for the construction of a new library in Mansfield. In January of 1905 the site of the Grace Episcopal Church on West Third Street was chosen and Vernon Redding, of Mansfield was chosen as architect for the new building. The new library was dedicated on December 19, 1908, and additions were added in 1951 and 1989.
Facilities
- Accessible Entrance(s)
- After-hours book return
- Bike rack
- Computers, printing, and scanning
- Parking garage/lots
- Learning Lab
- Meeting rooms
- Seed library
- Library of Things
- Teen Zone
- Study rooms
- Free WiFi
- Free Meals for Kids
From the Director
Chris May
Director
419-521-3124
cmay@mrcpl.org
Discover our Main Library, nestled in the heart of downtown Mansfield. Our central location offers a wide selection of materials, public computers, meeting spaces, programming, and more for the whole family.
Our helpful staff is able to assist you in everything from finding a great read to working on your resume. Come see us. We are open to all!
About Our Children's Department
Patricia Brewster
419-521-3131
pbrewster@mrcpl.org
The children's department of the Main library provides a wide range of materials, activities, and learning opportunities for children. Materials are available for babies through pre-teens in a variety of formats. We also offer services and resources for teachers and homeschoolers. Activities include story times, family events, after-school activities, and our Summer Library Program. Families can experience technology, explore imaginative play, and discover a love of reading.
View All Main Library Children's EventsUpcoming Programs
Virtual Dungeons and Dragons
April 13, 2021
Do you like Dungeons and Dragons? Are you looking for another game to join?
Read MoreResources and fun for teens, families, and educators.
Main Library
43 West Third Street
Mansfield, OH 44902
(419) 521-3100
Open Hours
Temporary Hours:
Mon. - Thu.: 10 AM - 6 PM
Fri: 10 AM - 5 PM
Sat: 10 AM - 2 PM
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