Cleveland Public Library, public library system in Ohio, USA
Cleveland Public Library is a public library network based in Cleveland, Ohio, with a main building downtown and many branch locations spread across the city's neighborhoods. The main building stands on Public Square and holds several floors of books, digital resources, periodicals, and study spaces open to the public.
The library was founded in 1869, making it one of the older public library systems in the United States. The main building on Public Square was constructed in the early 20th century and has been expanded and renovated several times since then.
The main building on Public Square in downtown Cleveland draws people who come to read, work, or attend one of the regular events and exhibitions held inside. It functions as a meeting point for the city, open to anyone regardless of background or purpose.
Because the network spans many neighborhoods, it helps to check which branch is closest to where you are staying before heading out. For research or access to larger collections, the main downtown branch on Public Square is the most practical starting point.
The main library holds one of the largest publicly accessible chess collections in the United States, with thousands of books and periodicals on the game. This collection draws players and researchers from across the country who come specifically to consult it.
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