Grand Forks Public_ is a playground for curious minds.
We support a mission to connect the community, inspire innovation, and encourage curiosity.
Curl up with a good book or take a spin down our pink slide. Roll up your sleeves or kick back and relax in our friendly and creative space.
Collection
With nearly 200,000 materials in our collection, we have a wide variety of:
- bestselling fiction and nonfiction books and audiobooks,
- magazines and newspapers,
- reference materials,
- North Dakota and local history,
- eBooks and eAudiobooks,
- Blu-rays,
- video and board games,
- LEGO kits,
- various technologies including hotspots and Roku,
- radon detectors,
- Library of Things,
- and much more.
Our online resources include free online courses, small business resources, ancestry/genealogy resources, craft classes, financial and legal help, and more.
Programs & Events
When it comes to fun things to do, the library has something for everyone. Storytimes are held regularly for infants through preschoolers. Robotics, STEM, chess club, garden club, and more take place throughout the year. Teens have their own special space in the library, including a robust YA and Manga section, plus a gaming area. Adults can take advantage of computer services, craft classes, or one of our many book clubs. Plus, our Summer and Winter Reading Programs entertain and delight patrons of all ages.
Serving Grand Forks County for the last 123+ years, Grand Forks Public_ is a playground for curious minds. We are committed to inspiring the creativity and curiosity of the entire community. We encourage the desire to explore, learn, and grow; connect people to information, possibilities, and each other; and challenge assumptions through bold and creative problem-solving.