Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library - Memphis Public Library

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The Central Library opened its doors to the public on November 10, 2001. This 330,000 foot facility is located within the Midtown Corridor East (Binghampton/Chickasaw Gardens) Area and boundaries at 3030 Poplar Avenue. A collection of 800,000 books, magazines, videos, CDs, and other materials, 204 computer stations for use by the public, wireless Internet access, study rooms, and 3 meeting rooms with a maximum capacity of 350, are beautifully housed in the five-story building. For the convenience of Memphis residents, eighteen branch libraries are scattered throughout the city.