Kemp Memorial Library
🏢 Cobb County Public Library — Georgia
Kemp Memorial Library
A west Marietta library opened October 1989 on land donated by the Kemp Whitlow family, sitting between Harrison and Kennesaw Mountain high schools.
🕑 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 – 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays.
📍 Location & Contact
Address: 4029 Due West Road, Marietta, GA 30064
Phone: 770-528-2527
Website: cobbcounty.gov
📖 About Kemp Memorial Library
Kemp Memorial Library opened on October 20, 1989, funded by a 1987 Cobb County bond issue — the same bond that financed the Switzer central library. The site was a land donation from Frances Kemp Whitlow, whose family the library honors. Its open, naturally lit floor plan and its location on Due West Road between Harrison High School and Kennesaw Mountain High School make it a popular after-school destination for west Cobb students.
⭐ What makes this branch special
- Opened October 1989 on donated Kemp-Whitlow land
- Open, naturally lit floor plan
- Between Harrison HS and Kennesaw Mountain HS
- Year-round programs and storytimes
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Kemp Memorial Library named after?
It honors the Kemp family, recognizing Frances Kemp Whitlow, who donated the land on Due West Road where the library was built.
Is it convenient for high-school students?
Yes. It sits on Due West Road between Harrison High School and Kennesaw Mountain High School.
When did Kemp Memorial Library open?
It opened on October 20, 1989, funded by the 1987 Cobb County bond that also financed the Switzer central library.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.