Main Library

Main Library exterior
303 N. Laura St.
Jacksonville, FL 32202

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 Hours:

  • Monday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Tuesday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Wednesday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
    • Art Walk, first Wednesday of the month: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
  • Thursday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Friday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Saturday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Sunday: Closed

Tours of the Main Library

Augusta Savage, Al Held, Kathryn Freeman, Lee Adams, Jerry Uelsmann. Did you know that works by these artists and many more are on permanent display at the Main Library? (Re)discover these remarkable paintings, sculptures, and photographs with a trained volunteer as your guide. 

We offer small group tours showcasing the beautiful public art and architecture on the first Wednesday and one Saturday a month!

Art Tours at the Main Library

Bring a class or stop by and take a tour of the Main Library with family and friends. Note: Please request a tour at least one week in advance.

Request a Tour of the Main Library 


Exhibition space for artist(s):

In addition to the permanent works on display, we also have exhibits that rotate regularly in our galleries on the first, second, and third floors, featuring works by local students and professional artists.

Are you a solo artist interested in displaying their work at the Library? We have 31 feet of hanging rail for displaying art in the Atrium on the 2nd Floor. Please see the Policies page for the Library's Exhibit Policy and the associated Request to Exhibit form for more information.

Artwork and Exhibits at the Main Library


Need a Unique Event Venue?

The Conference Center at the Main Library is designed to accommodate everything from small, intimate parties to large one-of-a-kind affairs. With up to 20,000 square feet of elegant, versatile spaces, our experienced event specialists will work with you to create a vision for your special event that family, friends, or business partners will remember. Call (904) 255-6198 or visit jaxpubliclibrary.org/conference-center to learn more.


Meeting Rooms

All meetings must be free and open to the general public.

Rooms are available for nonprofit or community groups. Groups which are affiliated with a business or commercial organization, enterprise, or any other entity which exists for profit may not use the meeting rooms. No funds shall be collected on library property.

For more information please read the Jacksonville Public Library's policies.

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