Evelyn G. Lowery Library at Cascade
🏢 Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System · Atlanta, Georgia
Evelyn G. Lowery Library at Cascade
The Evelyn G. Lowery Library at Cascade anchors southwest Atlanta at 3665 Cascade Road SW. Formerly the Southwest Branch, the library was renamed and renovated — expanding to over 25,000 square feet — in honor of Evelyn Gibson Lowery (1925–2013), a civil rights activist who marched on Selma in 1965, founded SCLC Women's Organizational Movement for Equality Now (W.O.M.E.N.) in 1979, and spent decades championing education and equality throughout the South.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10am–8pm |
| Tuesday | 10am–8pm |
| Wednesday | 10am–6pm |
| Thursday | 10am–6pm |
| Friday | 10am–6pm |
| Saturday | 10am–6pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 3665 Cascade Road SW, Atlanta, GA 30331
Phone: (404) 613-7000
Website: fulcolibrary.org
Plus Code: 865QPFFV+R8 (Atlanta, GA)
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📖 About Evelyn G. Lowery Library at Cascade
Serving the Cascade Heights and Ben Hill neighborhoods of southwest Atlanta, this branch of the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System was originally operated as the Southwest Branch. A renovation expanded and modernized the facility to over 25,000 square feet, and the branch was simultaneously renamed to honor Evelyn Gibson Lowery, one of Atlanta's most prominent civil rights figures. Lowery (1925–2013) marched alongside her husband, Rev. Joseph Lowery, in the 1965 Selma to Montgomery March, and in 1979 founded SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. (Women's Organizational Movement for Equality Now), an organization that raised over $350,000 in scholarships for high school students, spearheaded HIV/AIDS awareness campaigns, and commissioned monuments honoring civil rights icons including Viola Liuzzo and John Lewis. Her annual Drum Major For Justice Award recognized recipients such as Rosa Parks, Maya Angelou, and Oprah Winfrey. Naming the Cascade branch for Lowery connects the library to southwest Atlanta's deep ties to the civil rights movement and affirms its role as a center for education and community empowerment.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Named for Evelyn Gibson Lowery (1925–2013), Selma march veteran, founder of SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. and civil rights educator
- Over 25,000 square feet of renovated community library space in southwest Atlanta's Cascade Heights neighborhood
- Formerly the Southwest Branch, renamed and renovated to reflect southwest Atlanta's civil rights heritage
- Classroom and educational technology spaces supporting adult learning, literacy and community programs
- Family programming including storytimes, yoga, craft workshops and grief support in a welcoming neighborhood setting
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
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📚 Services
- Computer lab with educational technology, free Wi-Fi & printing
- Meeting rooms, study rooms and classrooms (reservable)
- Bike racks
- Reading materials for all ages
- Partnership Passes for Atlanta-area museums, state parks and cultural attractions
- Interlibrary loan through the AFPLS system
- Ask a Librarian reference assistance
🎸 Programs
- Pre-school storytimes
- Yoga and adult wellness sessions
- Adult craft workshops (dragon-making, potion-making and seasonal activities)
- Grief support workshops
- Summer reading program
- Community education and adult literacy programming
📍 Nearby Libraries in Southwest Atlanta
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Evelyn G. Lowery, and why was this library named after her?
Evelyn Gibson Lowery (1925–2013) was an Atlanta-based civil rights activist who marched in the 1965 Selma to Montgomery March alongside her husband, Rev. Joseph Lowery. In 1979 she founded SCLC Women's Organizational Movement for Equality Now (W.O.M.E.N.), through which she raised over $350,000 in high school scholarships, ran HIV/AIDS awareness campaigns, and commissioned monuments to Viola Liuzzo and John Lewis. Her annual Drum Major For Justice Award honored Rosa Parks, Maya Angelou and Oprah Winfrey, among others. Naming the Cascade branch after Lowery connects the library to southwest Atlanta's civil rights heritage and to her lifelong work in education and community empowerment.
What was this library called before it was renamed?
It was originally known as the Southwest Branch of the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System. The branch was renamed and renovated — expanding to over 25,000 square feet — and rededicated as the Evelyn G. Lowery Library at Cascade.
How large is the Evelyn G. Lowery Library at Cascade, and what facilities does it have?
The renovated library spans over 25,000 square feet and includes a computer lab with educational technology, meeting rooms, study rooms, classrooms for patron and community use, and bike racks. The open layout accommodates programming for all ages, from pre-school storytimes and craft workshops to adult education classes and community meetings.
Is GALILEO accessible from this branch, and what does it include?
Yes — all AFPLS cardholders, including those at the Evelyn G. Lowery Library, can access GALILEO (Georgia's Virtual Library) for free. GALILEO provides hundreds of research databases, academic journals, ebooks and other resources maintained by the University of Georgia System. Access it at galileo.usg.edu using your library card credentials, or from in-branch computers without a password.
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✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in September 2026.