Evelyn G. Lowery Library at Cascade
🏢 Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System — Atlanta, Georgia
Evelyn G. Lowery Library at Cascade
Formerly the Southwest Regional Branch, this newly renovated 25,000-square-foot library on Cascade Road was renamed to honor civil rights leader Evelyn G. Lowery — a full-service regional hub for Southwest Atlanta.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10 AM – 8 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM – 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM – 6 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM – 6 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM – 6 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM – 6 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays.
📍 Location & Contact
Address: 3665 Cascade Road SW, Atlanta, GA 30331
Phone: (404) 613-7000
Website: fulcolibrary.org
📖 About Evelyn G. Lowery Library at Cascade
The Evelyn G. Lowery Library at Cascade is a large regional branch of the Fulton County Library System on Cascade Road SW in Southwest Atlanta. Formerly known as the Southwest Regional Branch, it was renovated and renamed to honor Evelyn Gibson Lowery, the Atlanta civil rights activist who founded SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. (Women's Organizational Movement for Equality Now). At more than 25,000 square feet, it is one of the larger libraries in the system, with meeting rooms, study rooms, and classroom spaces available to the community. A dedicated computer lab and public technology make it a resource for job seekers, students, and lifelong learners across all ages. Amenities include on-site bike racks and modern, accessible facilities. As a regional branch, it offers a broad collection and programming that serve a wide swath of Southwest Atlanta.
⭐ What makes this branch special
- A large regional branch spanning more than 25,000 square feet
- Renamed to honor civil rights activist Evelyn G. Lowery, founder of SCLC/W.O.M.E.N.
- Newly renovated with meeting rooms, study rooms, and classroom spaces
- On-site computer lab, public technology, and bike racks
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the Cascade branch named after?
It is named for Evelyn Gibson Lowery, an Atlanta civil rights activist who founded SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. (Women's Organizational Movement for Equality Now). The branch was formerly called the Southwest Regional Branch before its renovation and renaming.
What makes this a regional branch rather than a small neighborhood library?
At over 25,000 square feet, it is one of the system's larger libraries, offering meeting rooms, study rooms, classroom spaces, and a computer lab that serve the broader Southwest Atlanta community.
Does the Cascade library have meeting space I can use?
Yes. The renovated building includes meeting rooms, study rooms, and classroom spaces, along with a computer lab and public technology for community use.