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Apply to Be an Early Learning Intern
April 16-23
We are delighted to share that our Early Learning Internship opportunity is now open. Students with an interest in libraries and/or working with children are encouraged to apply. Interns will gain valuable work experience and be compensated $20/hour. Please note, applications close April 23, 2025, at 11:59pm.
Friends Book Sale
May 2-4
Main Library
It's the semi-annual event we've all been waiting for! Enjoy three days of book sales. Join the Friends of Richmond Public Library and get early access. Proceeds from the Book Sale benefit Richmond Public Library programming.
Exploring Richmond’s History: Community Conversations at Your Local Branch
March 6-June 9
All Richmond Public Library Branches
Partake in an engaging and informative session as we bring the Richmond Room and Memory Lab to your neighborhood! This special event will feature a brief presentation on the history of Richmond in your area, highlighting the resources available in the Richmond Room and Memory Lab. Bring your stories, your questions, and your curiosity – we can’t wait to explore Richmond’s past with you!
Gellman Concert Series
September - May
Main Library
Join us every month for our Gellman Concert Series now being held in the Auditorium!
We Want to Hear From You!
Richmond Public Library is embarking on a new Facilities Strategic Plan and is collecting feedback from the community to help inform our new goals. We value your thoughts and ideas and would be grateful if you would take a few moments to fill out our Current Library User Survey. Have a friend, family member, or neighbor who doesn't currently use the library? We want to hear from them, too. Please share our Future Library User Survey link.
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Storytime at Home: Earth Day
Sarah Fenninger
April 14, 2025
Welcome to the Storytime at Home series! Every other week, we share a list of book options tied to a kid-approved theme, a craft you can set up to go […]...
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Black Life in America
The experience and impact of African Americans as recorded by the news media, 1704 to today.
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View Our Digital Archive
Our digital archive contains photographs and documents showing how Richmond Public Library has grown over the last 100 years.
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Get an E-Card
Looking to access one of our databases or download an eBook? No problem. Our e-card is here to help with its easy sign up available online.
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Meeting Rooms
All of our Library locations offer free public meeting rooms. These rooms are available for educational, instructional, or civic programs when available.
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Spring 2025 Guide
Discover upcoming events at Richmond Public Library by downloading and printing RPL’s What’s Happening Spring 2025 guide.
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Calendar of Events
View Richmond Public Library's full calendar of events.