Branch Location, Contact, and Hours
Address:
3201 Rogers Avenue
Fort Smith, AR 72903
Directions:
Google Maps
Phone:
(479) 783-0229
Fax:
(479) 783-5129
Hours:
Monday 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Tuesday 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Wednesday 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Thursday 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
About Your Library
The Main Library is centrally located at 3201 Rogers Avenue, at the intersection of Rogers Avenue, Free Ferry Road, and Old Greenwood Road. Construction on the 67,000-square-foot, two-story building began in 1999, and the building opened on February 23, 2001.
The Main Library offers a full selection of books and videos for all ages, free Wi-Fi and a range of technology resources, a full schedule of programs and events, a top-notch genealogy and Arkansas history collection, and a café offering a full menu of premium coffee drinks, sandwiches, salads, and more.
For more about the Fort Smith Public Library’s history and the Main Library, see FSPL History and Art and Architecture at the Main Library.
Upcoming Events & Classes at the Main Library
It’s SOCKtober at the Fort Smith Public Library! We will be collecting NEW socks all month long to support Hope Campus.
Celebrate Family History Month
In celebration of Family History month, the Genealogy Department at the Main Library is giving away Adult and Children’s Family History Starter Kits. In addition, we are also giving away a basket of Genealogy Goodies.
Children and their caregivers are invited to the Main Library for storytime every Thursday at 10:00 AM. Lasting about 35 minutes, storytimes feature stories, songs, puppetry, finger plays, manipulatives, and crafts.
Disclaimer(s)
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Read a good book lately? Come tell us about it at The Book Lover’s Club!
Bring your family and friends and join the fun in this special Halloween edition of Bingo for Books! Come dressed in your Halloween costume and play BINGO with books as the prizes. Winners will be able to select a book from a selection
Disclaimer(s)
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Poets, musicians, and other talented folks - come join us for this casual, fun event. Just show up, no need to register. Showcase your talent, or just come out to listen and enjoy.
Legal Aid of Arkansas will provide support and guidance on civil legal issues such as housing, family law, consumer rights, criminal record sealing, and estate planning, to those who may otherwise lack access to these essential services.
Enjoy the Arkansas Genealogical Society Fall Conference without having to drive to Little Rock. Join like-minded genealogy enthusiasts who enjoy communing and snacking while learning tips from industry-known speaker Thomas MacEntee.
