Author, Performer, Exhibitor Inquiries
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If you are interested in presenting an author talk, book signing or performance at the library, please fill out the author / programmer query…
Nashville Public Library is committed to making its facilities, programs, and services accessible to all people, including those with disabilities. The following is a listing of accommodations that are available to help people utilize the library.Accommodations for People with AutismNashville…
Come in out of the cold and create! We've got quilting, crocheting, drawing, and other free arts and crafts events at library locations around the system.
Education & Research
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These services are of specific interest to Educators. See a list of all available library services.Interlibrary Loan (ILL)Borrow books and articles not owned by Nashville Public Library. Sign in to a personal, secure, ILL account to submit your requests.Tours and School VisitsVisit the…
These services are of specific interest to Parents and Families. See a list of all available library services.Be Well at NPLBe Well At NPL is Nashville Public Library’s investment in mind/body health for the citizens of Nashville. Whether you’re 6 or 60, an athlete in your prime or just starting…
Informe Académico offers over 7 million scientific, academic, and general interest articles from 18 countries. Articles are available in Spanish and Portuguese. Designed especially for students and researchers.
Services
Meeting SpacesBridgestone-Firestone Conference Center (Main Library)Meeting Rooms (Branch Libraries)Study Rooms (System-Wide)Writer's Rooms (Main Library)Using the LibraryGet a Library CardLoan RulesUsing the…
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Community Passports give NPL cardholders free admission to area attractions and services.
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum PassportProvides two adults free admission to this world-class museum…
Writer’s Rooms are available to Nashville writers, through an application and selection process.NPL offers four Writer's Rooms, located in the Nonfiction area on the 3rd floor of the Main Library:Eskind Writer’s RoomSchweid/Mills Writer's RoomFred Russell and Robert Churchwell, Sr. Writer's…
Aprenda un nuevo idioma con cursos que cubren pronunciación, conversación, y gramática.
Architecture
Nashville’s history is visible throughout the…
A child-friendly database which searches across reference books and periodicals covering history, current events, sports, government, and people.