Gaines Township Branch
🏢 Grand Rapids Public Library · GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan
Gaines Township Branch
Gaines Township Branch of Kent District Library has served the south Kent County community since the Depression era, growing into a 10,000-square-foot neighborhood anchor at 421 68th St SE — one of KDL's most-reviewed branches with a near-perfect 4.8-star rating.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays.
📍 Location & Contact
Address: 421 68th St SE, GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49548
Phone: 6167842007
Website: grpl.org
📖 About Gaines Township Branch
<p>Kent District Library's Gaines Township Branch has deep roots: the township supported library service dating back to the Depression era, when KDL bookmobiles made stops at local schools. A permanent branch opened at its current 68th St SE address in 1969 and expanded to over 10,000 square feet in a 1987 renovation to meet surging community growth. Part of the KDL system serving nearly 440,000 residents across 27 Kent County municipalities, the branch today offers a local history room, community meeting rooms, a dedicated teen space, private study rooms, public computers with color printing, curbside pickup, and free Wi-Fi available from 7 AM to 11 PM. Regular programming includes storytimes, STEM activities, fitness classes, and craft workshops.</p>
⭐ What makes this branch special
- Library service in Gaines Township dates to the Depression era via KDL bookmobiles
- Permanent branch opened 1969; expanded to over 10,000 sq ft in 1987
- Local history room and dedicated teen space
- Community meeting rooms and private study rooms
- Free Wi-Fi 7 AM–11 PM, curbside pickup, and color printing
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does Gaines Township Branch belong to Grand Rapids Public Library or Kent District Library?
Gaines Township Branch is part of Kent District Library (KDL), a separate system from Grand Rapids Public Library. KDL serves 27 municipalities and nearly 440,000 residents across Kent County, including Gaines Township in the south Grand Rapids area.
Is there a local history room at Gaines Township Branch?
Yes — the branch maintains a local history room with resources relating to Gaines Township and the surrounding area, available to researchers and community members.
When did Gaines Township Branch expand to its current size?
The branch opened at 68th St SE in 1969 and underwent a significant renovation in 1987 that expanded it to over 10,000 square feet to accommodate area population growth.