Moorhead Public Library
🏢 Lake Agassiz Regional Library · Moorhead, Minnesota
Moorhead Public Library
Moorhead Public Library sits at the heart of the city's downtown revival inside The Loop — a landmark mixed-use complex complete with an indoor 1/8-mile walking track, an entrepreneurship hub, and a children's playground steps from the stacks.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9 AM – 9 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM – 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM – 9 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM – 9 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM – 6 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM – 6 PM |
| Sunday | 1 PM – 5 PM |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 450 CENTER AVE, MOORHEAD, MN 56560
Phone: +1 218-233-7594
Website: larl.org
Plus Code: 86R5V6FH+63 (MOORHEAD, MN)
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📖 About Moorhead Public Library
Moorhead Public Library traces its roots to July 12, 1906, when it opened with 1,000 books and librarian Nelle Olson, funded by a $10,000 Carnegie grant secured by attorney George E. Perley. Today the branch anchors Lake Agassiz Regional Library (LARL) — the second regional library system formed in Minnesota (June 1, 1961) and the first built from an already established rural network. The library relocated to its current address at 450 Center Ave as part of the City of Moorhead's Downtown Development Project, moving into The Loop, a signature mixed-use complex that places the library alongside the Spark Center for Entrepreneurship, meeting rooms, and an indoor children's play area. Across the LARL system, cardholders can borrow from more than 42,000 eBooks and eAudiobooks through OverDrive/Libby, and access statewide research databases through eLibrary Minnesota.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Carnegie heritage: opened July 12, 1906, with a $10,000 Andrew Carnegie grant
- Part of Lake Agassiz Regional Library — Minnesota's second-ever regional library system (1961)
- Located inside The Loop downtown complex with an indoor 1/8-mile walking track
- Spark Center for Entrepreneurship on-site: co-working space for startup founders
- 42,000+ eBooks & eAudiobooks via Libby, plus eLibrary Minnesota statewide research databases
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Your free LARL card unlocks eBooks, audiobooks, statewide research databases, genealogy tools, and more — all from home.
📚 Services
- Public computers and high-speed Wi-Fi
- Study rooms and meeting room reservations
- Wireless hotspot lending
- Printing, faxing, and scanning
- Notary services
- Document shredding
- Curbside delivery and exterior book drops
- Test proctoring
- Legal kiosk access
- Spark Center for Entrepreneurship co-working space
- Children's indoor playground
- Research and reader's advisory assistance
🎸 Programs
- Children's storytime and early literacy programs
- Summer Reading Program for all ages
- Book clubs and book club kit lending
- Computer literacy and technology classes
- Community events and cultural programming
- Homebound delivery service
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Loop, and what else is inside the building?
The Loop is Moorhead's signature downtown redevelopment project. The library shares the building with the Spark Center for Entrepreneurship (a co-working hub for business founders), an indoor 1/8-mile walking track for community wellness, a dedicated children's indoor play area, and several bookable meeting rooms — all at 450 Center Ave.
How do I borrow eBooks and audiobooks with my LARL library card?
Download the free Libby app, sign in with your Lake Agassiz Regional Library card barcode, and instantly browse more than 42,000 eBooks and eAudiobooks. You can also access eLibrary Minnesota (ELM) research databases at elm4you.org with the same card at no cost.
Does the Moorhead Public Library offer notary services?
Yes, notary services are available during regular branch hours. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and the documents to be notarized. Call 218-233-7594 in advance to confirm staff availability on the day you plan to visit.
What happened to the old 118 5th St S address — did the library move?
Yes. The library relocated from its previous downtown location to 450 Center Ave as part of Moorhead's Downtown Development Project. The new home inside The Loop opened with expanded community amenities including the Spark Center for Entrepreneurship, meeting rooms, and a children's playground.
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