Kenmore Branch Library

Kenmore Branch Library is accessible from Interstate 76 at the Battles Ave. exit to 14th St. From downtown Akron, take S. Main Street, south to Old Main St. to Ira Ave. to Kenmore Blvd. to 14th St.

Library service to the Kenmore area began with a lending library started by a local citizen. The Akron Public Library took over the service in 1930. The current building opened on January 4, 1957. It had a larger, and more expensive collection than any branch library previously opened. The books alone cost $9,949.64.

Current library statistics show that Kenmore Branch circulated 160,601 items in 2004 and has a current collection of 52,170 items.

We are open 6 days a week to meet your needs for education, information and recreation.

Our friendly, skilled staff includes a branch and adult services librarian, two librarians serving children from babies through high school age, public service assistants, and student assistants.