Covington Branch
🏢 DeKalb County Public Library (DCPL) — Georgia
Covington Branch
Near the geographic center of DeKalb County, this branch evolved from the system's former audiovisual library into a full-service community library.
🕑 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 – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays.
📍 Location & Contact
Address: 3500 Covington Hwy, Decatur, GA 30032
Phone: 404-508-7180
Website: dekalblibrary.org
📖 About Covington Branch
The Covington Library sits near the geographic center of DeKalb County on Covington Highway, just south of Memorial Drive. It once served as DeKalb County Public Library's dedicated audiovisual collection facility before becoming a full-service neighborhood branch, and now offers research databases, public computing and exam proctoring.
⭐ What makes this branch special
- Near the geographic center of DeKalb County
- Former countywide audiovisual library, now full-service
- Proctoring services for online exams
- Research databases and public computers
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is unique about the Covington Library's history?
It originally served as DeKalb County's dedicated audiovisual library, housing the system's film, video and audio collections, before being converted into a full-service branch.
Can I take a proctored exam at the Covington Library?
Yes. The branch offers proctoring services for online exams, useful for distance-learning and certification students.
Where is the Covington Branch?
At 3500 Covington Highway just south of Memorial Drive, near the geographic center of DeKalb County.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.