Duffield Branch — Detroit Public Library
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Duffield Branch — Detroit Public Library
The Duffield Branch of the Detroit Public Library sits in Detroit's New Center neighborhood on West Grand Boulevard, less than 1.5 miles from the Main Library on Woodward. Open Monday through Saturday — with extended evening hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays until 8pm — it serves the surrounding LaSalle Gardens community with public computers, printing, book clubs, and meeting space for community groups.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10am–6pm |
| Tuesday | 12pm–8pm |
| Wednesday | 10am–6pm |
| Thursday | 12pm–8pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10am–6pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 2507 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48208
Phone: (313) 481-1710
Website: detroitpubliclibrary.org
Plus Code: 86JR9W74+7M (Detroit, MI)
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📖 About Duffield Branch — Detroit Public Library
The Duffield Branch is one of 21 branches in the Detroit Public Library system, located at 2507 West Grand Boulevard in the New Center area of Detroit — a neighborhood defined by the landmark Fisher Building and the historic General Motors headquarters. The branch serves the LaSalle Gardens and surrounding communities, providing free access to public computers, printing via the MobilePrint (Princh) app, book clubs, and meeting areas for community groups. As part of the Detroit Public Library system, Duffield cardholders access the full DPL catalog (7.6 million items) and can borrow from hundreds of Michigan libraries via MeLCat. DPL cardholders also have free access to Ancestry Library Edition, Detroit newspaper archives dating to 1874, and the statewide Michigan eLibrary. Note: this page and the separately listed 'Duffield | Detroit Public Library' page (ID 4775) represent the same physical branch at 2507 W. Grand Blvd. — both contain identical verified information.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Serves Detroit's New Center and LaSalle Gardens neighborhood at 2507 West Grand Boulevard
- Open Tuesday and Thursday until 8pm — the latest evening hours among DPL neighborhood branches
- Book clubs and community meeting areas available free to local groups
- MobilePrint (Princh) — print remotely from any device for pickup at the branch
- Full access to the DPL system's 7.6 million items and MeLCat interlibrary loan statewide
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Duffield cardholders can research, read and borrow free through DPL's collections and Michigan's statewide digital library:
📚 Services
- Public computers and free Wi-Fi
- Printing via MobilePrint (Princh) — upload from any device, pick up at the branch
- Photocopying
- Book clubs
- Community meeting areas for small groups
- Career and employment resources (via DPL system)
- Accessible services
🎸 Programs
- Book club meetings
- Community group meeting space
- Summer Reading Program (system-wide)
- Career and employment workshops (DPL system)
- Children's and teen programming (DPL events calendar)
📍 Nearby Detroit Public Library Branches
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Where exactly is the Duffield Branch, and what neighborhood does it serve?
The Duffield Branch is located at 2507 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48208, in the New Center and LaSalle Gardens area — about 1.4 miles west of the Main Library on Woodward. The branch serves the surrounding residential communities between New Center and the Midtown/Cultural Center district.
What are the Duffield Branch's hours, and is it open evenings?
The Duffield Branch is open Monday and Wednesday 10am–6pm, Tuesday and Thursday 12pm–8pm, and Saturday 10am–6pm. It is closed on Fridays and Sundays. Tuesday and Thursday evening hours (until 8pm) are the latest of any DPL neighborhood branch, making it convenient for working patrons.
Can I use the Duffield Branch meeting space for my community group?
Yes — Duffield has meeting areas available for small community groups at no charge. DPL branches provide space for community organizations, study groups, and civic meetings. Contact the branch at (313) 481-1710 to check availability and any requirements.
Is the Duffield Branch the same as the 'Duffield | Detroit Public Library' listing I see online?
Yes. Both listings on public-libraries.com refer to the same physical branch at 2507 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit. The library system has one Duffield Branch; any duplicate listings represent the same location, the same hours, and the same services.
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