Main Library - Traverse City

Location Details

This library is served by BATA Route 2 and Link On-Demand service

Service Hours

Sunday - Noon - 5:00 pm
Monday - 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tuesday - 9:00 am - 8:00 pm​​​​​​​
Wednesday - 9:00 am - 8:00 pm​​​​​​​
Thursday - 9:00 am - 8:00 pm​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Friday - 9:00 am - 6:00 pm​​​​​​​
Saturday - 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

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610 Woodmere Ave, Traverse City, MI 49686

(231) 932-8500

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Main Library Building, Spring

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Michigan Heritage Barns Exhibit

All Day 1/1–1/31
All Ages
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Civics & Community, Exhibits & Shows
Event Details:

This exhibit features photos of landmark Michigan barns from across the state, curated by the Michigan Barn Preservation Network (MPBN - mibarn.net).

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Snow Wonderful: How Northern Michigan Loves its Snowy Season

All Day 1/6–1/31
All Ages
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Display Case #5 Adult Services
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Civics & Community, Exhibits & Shows, Genealogy/History
Event Details:

"Snow Wonderful: How Northern Michigan Loves its Snowy Season" is an exhibit on the 2nd Floor at the Main Library. This exhibit will be up for the month of January 2026, and features images on winter recreation.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Winter Lock-in

01/30/2026 @ 6:30pm–01/31/2026 @ 12:00am
Teen
Main Library - Traverse City
At Capacity
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Play/Just for Fun
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come make some noise at the library! There will be pizza, snacks, games, crafts and more. Everyone will be running all over the library, making new friends, and having non-typical library experiences. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food

This event is in the "Youth" group

Library Olympics with Challenge Island

11:00am–12:00pm
Youth
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Room Foyer
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play/Just for Fun, STEAM
Event Details:

The Winter Olympics will be here soon and we are so excited to see the amazing athletes show off their talents!  At TADL's Library Olympics, the Grand Traverse Conservation District will be outside with snowshoes and Challenge Island wil

Disclaimer(s)

Food

Sensory Advisory

This event may include loud noises, bright lights, or other sensory information which may cause sensory sensitivity for some individuals. For more information, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Library Olympics with Grand Traverse Conservation District

11:00am–12:00pm
Youth
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Front Lawn @ TADL Main Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play/Just for Fun, Science/Nature
Event Details:

Join Youth Services and the Grand Traverse Conservation District on the Front Lawn for some fun in the snow.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

TTRPG @ TADL

11:00am–3:00pm
Teen, Adults
Main Library - Traverse City
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Study Room D
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come play a homebrew tabletop role playing game (TTRPG) at the library!

New Books at the Main Library