Robinson-Carpenter Memorial Library
🏢 Bolivar County Library System · Cleveland, Mississippi
Robinson-Carpenter Memorial Library
Robinson-Carpenter Memorial Library is the main branch of the Bolivar County Library System in the heart of the Mississippi Delta — a dedicated community anchor formally dedicated on July 2, 1961, after the Robinson family funded its construction as a memorial to a beloved librarian.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9am–6pm |
| Tuesday | 9am–6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am–6pm |
| Thursday | 9am–6pm |
| Friday | 9am–5pm |
| Saturday | 9am–1pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 104 South Leflore Avenue, CLEVELAND, MS 38732
Phone: (662) 843-2774
Website: bolivar.lib.ms.us
Plus Code: 865FP7VF+HF (CLEVELAND, MS)
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📖 About Robinson-Carpenter Memorial Library
Robinson-Carpenter Memorial Library stands at 104 South Leflore Avenue in Cleveland, the largest city in Bolivar County and home to Delta State University in the Mississippi Delta. The library's origin traces to 1917, when the Madame Hodnett Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution established a public library in Cleveland. After librarian and community figure Mae Robinson was tragically killed in 1959, the Robinson family donated funds for the construction of a purpose-built memorial library in her honor; it was formally dedicated on July 2, 1961. The building expanded through three phases by 1979 and today serves as headquarters of the multi-branch Bolivar County Library System. Its Mississippi Room houses the county's most extensive genealogy and local history collection — including The Bolivar Commercial on microfilm (with continuous issues from May 1934), marriage records from 1866 through 1917, and specialized Mound Bayou resources — making it the primary research destination for Delta family history. The library also provides notary services, talking book services for eligible patrons, and free access to MAGNOLIA statewide databases.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Dedicated July 2, 1961 as a memorial to librarian Mae Robinson — funded by the Robinson family
- Main branch of the Bolivar County Library System with multiple county branch locations
- Mississippi Room: premier local history & genealogy collection including Bolivar Commercial microfilm (1934–2005)
- Marriage records on microfilm for Bolivar County from 1866 through 1917
- Notary public services available free at the library
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Bolivar County cardholders get free statewide and digital library resources through MAGNOLIA and CloudLibrary:
📚 Services
- Mississippi Room: local history & genealogy research (microfilm, deeds, marriage records, vertical files)
- Notary public (free)
- Photocopying, faxing, scanning & laminating
- Public computers & free Wi-Fi with device charging stations
- Talking Book Services for eligible patrons with print disabilities
- Interlibrary loan
- Used book sales
🎸 Programs
- Storyhour for young children
- Summer Library Program (SLP)
- Teen Advisory Group (TAG)
- Author visits
- Used book sales benefiting the library
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it called the Robinson-Carpenter Memorial Library?
The library was named to memorialize Mae Robinson, a beloved Cleveland librarian who was tragically killed in 1959. The Robinson family donated the funds to build the dedicated library building, which was formally dedicated on July 2, 1961. The Carpenter name honors an additional benefactor. It serves as a lasting tribute to her service to the community.
What genealogy resources are available in the Mississippi Room?
The Mississippi Room houses Bolivar County's most extensive local history and genealogy collection. Holdings include The Bolivar Commercial on microfilm (continuous from May 1934 through July 2005), marriage records on microfilm from 1866 through 1917, deeds and tax rolls, vertical files indexed by subject, and specialized Mound Bayou resources. Items are for in-library use only.
Does the library offer notary services?
Yes, Robinson-Carpenter Memorial Library provides free notary public services. This is a verified service offered at the main branch — contact the library at (662) 843-2774 to confirm availability when you plan to visit.
What are the library's hours and is it open on weekends?
The library is open Monday through Thursday 9 am–6 pm, Friday 9 am–5 pm, and Saturday 9 am–1 pm. It is closed on Sundays.
📋 This library offers notary services. See what a library notary can do — what to bring, fees and appointments — and find other libraries with a notary notary services by state.
📜 This library has genealogy & local-history resources. See how library family-history research works and find other libraries with genealogy collections genealogy libraries by state.
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