Dr. James Carlson Library
🏢 Fargo Public Library · FARGO, North Dakota
Dr. James Carlson Library
Fargo's south-side library serves the rapidly growing 32nd Avenue corridor with full-service borrowing, public computers, and programming for all ages — named in honor of Dr. James W. Carlson, a local physician and civic champion.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays.
📍 Location & Contact
Address: 2801 32nd Ave S, FARGO, ND 58103
Phone: 7014764040
Website: fargond.gov
📖 About Dr. James Carlson Library
<p>The Dr. James Carlson Library stands at 2801 32nd Avenue South in the south Fargo neighborhood near the 32nd Avenue commercial district, one of the city's busiest retail corridors. The branch is named for Dr. James W. Carlson, a long-serving Fargo physician whose contributions to the community were recognized with the library's dedication in his honor. As the largest Fargo Public Library branch outside the downtown Main Library, it offers an expansive collection, free public computers and Wi-Fi, meeting room access, tax assistance programs, interlibrary loan service, and robust children's and teen programming. Its generous hours — including six-day-per-week service with Saturday access — make it one of the most accessible branches in the system.</p>
⭐ What makes this branch special
- Named for civic leader and physician Dr. James W. Carlson
- Full collection with public computers, Wi-Fi, and meeting room access
- Open six days a week including Saturday 9 AM–6 PM
- Children's and teen programming, tax assistance, and interlibrary loan
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dr. James Carlson Library open on Saturdays?
Yes. The Carlson Library is open Saturday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, making it one of two Fargo Public Library branches available on weekends. It is closed on Sundays.
Who was Dr. James Carlson, and why is the library named after him?
Dr. James W. Carlson was a Fargo physician recognized for his long service to the community. The branch at 2801 32nd Avenue South was named in his honor to recognize his civic contributions to the city of Fargo.
Does the Carlson Library have meeting rooms available to the public?
Yes. The Dr. James Carlson Library has meeting room space available. Contact the Fargo Public Library at 701-476-4040 or visit fargond.gov for availability and reservation procedures.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in September 2026.