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About Us

The Charlotte Mecklenburg Library is one of America’s leading urban public libraries, serving a community of more than one million citizens in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Through 21 locations, targeted outreach and online, the Library delivers exceptional services and programs, with a mission to improve lives and build a stronger community.

 

Media Contact

Ajonelle Poole, Communications Specialist
[email protected], C: 980.301.3457 

 

Public Records Requests

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library complies with NC public records law, and has established the following guidelines to affirm the public’s right to access Library records while setting forth a standardized procedure for Library staff when providing information to the public.

2026 News Releases

February 2, 2026 - Inclement Weather
February 1, 2026 - Inclement Weather
January 30, 2026 - Inclement Weather
January 27, 2026 - Inclement Weather
January 26, 2026 - Inclement Weather
January 23, 2026 - Inclement Weather
January 12, 2026 - State of the Library Community Event


2025 News Releases

June 2, 2025 - EVERYTHING IS IN PLAY WITH SUMMER READING AT THE LIBRARY

April 29,2025 - IMAGINON AND FOUNDERS HALL LIBRARY TO CLOSE FOR LOVIN’ LIFE MUSIC FEST

April 24, 2025 - CEO RESIGN RELEASE