Tempe Public Library
🏢 City of Tempe · TEMPE, Arizona
Tempe Public Library
Tempe Public Library sits beside the Tempe History Museum at the heart of the city's Civic Center campus, offering extended evening hours three days a week and a full suite of digital resources for its 195,000-resident community.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9 AM – 8 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM – 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM – 8 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Sunday | 12 PM – 5 PM |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 3500 S RURAL RD, TEMPE, AZ 85282
Phone: +1-480-350-5500
Website: tempepubliclibrary.org
Plus Code: 855C93RF+GC (TEMPE, AZ)
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📖 About Tempe Public Library
Founded as a city library in the late 20th century, Tempe Public Library occupies a prominent spot at 3500 S Rural Road, adjacent to the Tempe History Museum and Tempe Center for the Arts. The library is operated by the City of Tempe and belongs to the Maricopa County Library system, giving cardholders reciprocal borrowing privileges across the Valley. With over 250,000 items in circulation, a robust digital catalog, and community meeting rooms, the library is Tempe's primary gathering place for learning and civic engagement. The library offers free Wi-Fi, public computers, and self-checkout kiosks throughout the building.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Extended evening hours Mon–Wed until 8 PM — ideal for working adults and ASU students
- Adjacent to the Tempe History Museum, allowing combined cultural visits in one trip
- Maricopa County Library District affiliation provides access to millions of items Valley-wide
- Free public Wi-Fi and computer workstations available throughout the building
- Meeting and study rooms available for community groups and individual reservations
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Your free Tempe library card unlocks eBooks, audiobooks, streaming, and Arizona statewide databases at no cost.
📚 Services
- Computer workstations & free Wi-Fi
- Self-checkout kiosks
- Community & meeting rooms
- Curbside & in-library holds pickup
- Interlibrary loan (ILL)
- Notary services (call ahead)
- Homebound delivery program
- Tax preparation assistance (seasonal, VITA)
🎸 Programs
- Story time for toddlers and preschoolers
- Summer Reading Program for all ages
- One Book, One Tempe citywide reading program
- Adult literacy and ESL workshops
- Teen after-school programs and homework help
- Author talks and cultural events
📍 Nearby Libraries in the East Valley
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does Tempe Public Library offer a meeting room for community groups?
Yes. The library has meeting and study rooms available for community organizations, study groups, and individual use. Contact the library at (480) 350-5500 to check availability and reserve a space.
Can I access the Tempe library catalog and renew items online?
Yes. Through the Maricopa County Library District catalog, you can search holdings, place holds, renew items, and manage your account online 24/7 at mcldaz.org.
Are there resources for job seekers at Tempe Public Library?
Yes. The library provides access to online job-search databases, resume-building tools, and computer workstations. Staff can also direct patrons to local workforce-development partners.
What digital resources come with a Tempe library card?
A free Tempe card unlocks Libby/OverDrive (eBooks and audiobooks), Kanopy (streaming films), hoopla (no-waitlist ebooks and music), and Arizona State Library statewide databases including research and genealogy tools.
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