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About McAllen Public Library


Three Libraries. One Library System.

McAllen Public Library (MPL) connects the community through books, technology, lifelong learning, and free programs for all ages across three convenient locations in McAllen.

Meet Our Libraries


Main Library


Exterior of Main Library


Features the library system's largest collection, Meeting Center, auditorium, café, and public gathering spaces. 

Address
4001 N. 23rd St.
McAllen, TX 78504

Phone
(956) 681-3000

Hours
Monday-Thursday
9:00 AM-9:00 PM

Friday-Saturday
9:00 AM-6:00 PM

Sunday
1:00 PM-9:00PM

Lark Branch Library


Exterior of Lark Branch Library


A neighborhood library in North McAllen offering collections, study rooms, technology, and programs for all ages.

Address
2601 Lark Ave.
McAllen, TX 78504

Phone
(956) 681-3100

Hours
Monday-Thursday
9:00 AM-9:00 PM

Friday-Saturday
9:00 AM-6:00 PM

Sunday
Closed

Palm View Branch Library


Exterior of Palm View Branch Library


A neighborhood library in South McAllen offering collections, study rooms, technology, and programs for all ages.

Address
 3401 Jordan Rd. W.
 McAllen, TX 78503

Phone
(956) 681-3110

Hours
Monday-Thursday
9:00 AM-9:00 PM

Friday-Saturday
9:00 AM-6:00 PM

Sunday
Closed


What You'll Find at MPL




Collections
Books, movies, magazines, and digital resources.



Technology
Public computers, Wi-Fi, printing, and scanning.



Programs
Free events for children, teens, and adults.



Study Spaces
Study rooms, quiet reading areas, and meeting spaces.



Digital Library
eBooks, audiobooks, research databases, and online learning.



Community
Festivals, exhibits, workshops, and lifelong learning opportunities.


From Then to Now


After more than 60 years at 601 N. Main St., the former Main Library closed on November 23, 2011. Main Library reopened at 4001 N. 23rd St. on December 10, 2011. At 123,000 square feet, it may very well be the largest single floor public library in the nation. The next largest is the Johnson County Central Resource Library in Overland Park, Kansas, at 90,547 square feet. Learn more on the MPL History page.

   

   

Old Main Library

Present Main Library

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Building Size

40,000 square feet

123,000 square feet

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Opening Date

May 28, 1950

December 10, 2011

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Collection Count

330,394 items

At Opening: 355,794 items

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Floors

3

1

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Public Meeting Spaces

2

16

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Public Study Rooms

3

14

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Computer Stations

29

100+

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Special Features

ground floor atrium, patio, used book store

Teen area, café, auditorium, quiet reading room, art gallery, meeting rooms, expanded children's area, bookstore, and automated materials handling.

Outdoor features include the Dewey Learning Trail, Orchid Inclusive Playground, Tiny Forest, water features, children's outdoor area, drive-up book drop, and 350+ parking spaces.

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