Kent Free Library, Public library in Kent, Ohio.
Kent Free Library spans 55,000 square feet across three floors, featuring extensive book collections, computer stations, and community meeting spaces.
The original Carnegie building opened in 1903 with an $11,500 grant from Andrew Carnegie after Marvin Kent donated the land at Main Street.
The library maintains a collection of 166,407 items and serves over 34,000 residents through reading programs, workshops, and educational initiatives.
Located at 312 West Main Street, the facility operates daily with extended hours until 9 PM on weekdays and includes drive-through book return services.
The library earned distinction as the first institution under Ohio law allowing municipalities under 5,000 residents to collect library support taxes.
Location: Ohio
Part of: Kent Free Library
Address: 312 W. Main St., Kent, OH 44240
Phone: +13306734414
Website: http://kentfreelibrary.org
GPS coordinates: 41.15340,-81.36130
Latest update: March 25, 2025 14:40
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