Wonderful library with a great and helpful staff. Our family has enjoyed being patrons of this…read morelibrary for around seventeen years now. As our children grew up, they would get excited about the fun summer reading programs that the library sponsors. I have always found plenty of books by my favorite authors and in the genres I love. They have a wide variety of books and media for you and your family to enjoy.

Library is nice and employees seem friendly but don't attempt an inner library loan! You'll never…read morereceive your book. I've requested so many books and I may get 1 out of 5. I stopped going into the library altogether since it's small and they seem to not have the books I'm looking for so I just downloaded Hoopla. Too bad because I would rather have a book in hand than read on my phone. Never had this problem in my previous city and just assumed they'd do the same

Visiting this James K Polk site is a must-do if you are a history nerd!…read more There is plenty of free angle parking directly next to the home and a lot across the street. You start your visit at "Sister's House" (visitor center) which is around the corner on 7th street. Right now, for adults, for $14 you get a tour of the home and access to the gardens, kitchen (self-guided tour), museum room, and the exhibit in the Presidential Hall. This is totally worth the price!!! The tour alone is worth $14. There is a ~12 minute introductory visit offered in the visitor center, and they seem to just play it when enough people have congregated for a tour. The tours don't seem to be scheduled at particular times, so you'll have to be flexible when you arrive. You cannot purchase tickets in advance online. There is also a small reading-heavy exhibit room in the visitor center too, so plenty to occupy yourself. The home tour was awesome!! Our guide Cody was incredibly knowledgeable, and he was full of fun facts and energy. The tour lasted about 45 minutes, which is one of the longest presidential home tours I've been on, so definitely worth the price of admission! You can't take pictures inside too. Once the tour is over, you have access to the gardens and the self-guided tour of the kitchen. The Presidential Hall is located down the street on High St, and right now there is an art exhibit focused on slavery and civil rights leaders. Admission is currently included with the $14 ticket price, but I think that changes with the exhibit. The gardens are gorgeous! And don't forget to take a picture with the life-sized statues of James and Sarah Polk across 7th street! I would budget 2 hours to see everything. I highly recommend making this trip when you're in Nashville.

We were in town for an anniversary trip and this was a great experience! The tour guide was very…read moreknowledgeable. Polk is one of those presidents you don't hear a lot about. As someone with a Bachelor's in History, I learned a good bit about him! He had much to do with the expansion into the west and played a major role in America being the size it is today. This is a must-see in Columbia!

I love the WilCo public library for how well organized and easy it is to navigate & enjoy shopping…read morefrom their Friends of the Library bookstore in the front & frequent book sales they host!

Wow, what a beautiful library!! Such a wide variety of…read moreselections that have anything you may be looking for. There are two stories filled with beautiful views to sit and get some work done while having great scenery to look up at. I also really appreciated the natural lighting all around this library that gives it a welcoming and uplifting feel! Librarians were friendly and helpful, as well. I asked if they could help me get a library card set up and they had it done within a few minutes! Such a great experience in an amazing library. I would definitely recommend and appreciate finding this hidden gem!

The Nashville Public Library is a great example of why I love public libraries: it's not just…read morebooks, it's a resource for the community. This library, located in downtown Nashville, has lots of resources for people, including my favorite: a "Library of Things" where people can check out useful objects, such as musical instruments, tools, baking pans, weights, pedometers, sewing machines, binoculars, etc. In the teen area, there is a huge maker space with instruments, a loom for weaving, fabric and yarn for creating things, a podcast room, tools and all kinds of things that teens can use to be creative. The children's area of the library has a big play structure that looks like a ship, as well as a rock climbing wall (I know!), sensory toys, and little nooks with areas set up for play. There's a whole section on the third floor with charging stations and places for adults to hang out. My magazine-loving self loved that they had an archive of old magazines bound into books. I found decades-old copies of Seventeen and Vogue. The whole library itself is beautiful, with marble floors and lots of windows. It was super quiet when I visited. What a beautiful and useful space for the community.

I recently visited the Downtown Nashville Public Library to explore the Civil Rights Room and Votes…read morefor Women exhibit on the second floor in Special Collections. The building impressed me with its beautiful architecture--spacious with perfect lighting throughout. The helpful front desk librarian directed me to Special Collections, accessible via elevator or the stunning winding staircase leading to the circular second-floor rotunda. The Civil Rights Room (established 2002, renovated summer 2024) houses thousands of books documenting the movement--from biographies of leaders to Nashville's specific contributions. The collection spans academic works, personal accounts, photographic histories, and legal analyses. The room's centerpiece is a circular table with the actual rules students followed during lunch counter sit-ins etched into its surface. A separate small viewing room offers videos about the movement, and the librarian on duty provided me resources to take home. The Votes for Women Room (established spring 2020, modeled after the Civil Rights Room) commemorates the 19th Amendment's centennial. This visually striking space with bold colors showcases women from diverse backgrounds who fought for suffrage from the 1800s onward. The room was funded by numerous benefactors committed to preserving this important history. Interactive displays, videos, and a comprehensive timeline eloquently present women's long struggle for equality. Notable figures include the determined Ida B. Wells alongside contemporary voices like Tarana Burke, known for establishing the "Me Too Movement." This room clearly connects past struggles to present day challenges. Pro Tips: * Parking: Use the garage (3rd and 4th floor). First 60 minutes free on weekdays, 90 minutes on weekends. Bring your parking ticket to the front desk for validation. * Taking Uber/Lyft is a convenient alternative to downtown parking. * Check the website for hours, parking details, and upcoming special exhibits. * The children's section is outstanding and interactive--perfect for families! * On-site restaurant plus numerous nearby restaurants and coffee shops. * Hotels: Many are available downtown for tourists. * Other nearby attractions: TN State Capitol, Tennessee State Museum, Farmers' Market, Bicentennial Mall, Nashville Symphony, Ryman Auditorium, National Museum of African American Music, Country Music Hall of Fame. As Coretta Scott King said, "Struggle is a never-ending process. Freedom is never really won; you earn it and win it in every generation." These exhibits aren't just history--they're powerful reminders of ongoing struggles. We should not take anything for granted! While Nashville is famous for music, don't miss this special place that connects us to important American History. It will be an experience for you and your family to appreciate the struggles of the past and connect with an important part of American History.

I called ahead (as another reviewer suggested) regarding parking and it was easier than reported. I…read morefound the lot and library. It was my first time and I got my card, went to the computers and was able to purchase earbuds ($1) as I was on a public computer taking a skills' test. I had sold my desktop before my move from San Diego to Murfreesboro and needed a computer for this part of my interview. I did not see an excess of "homeless" people as some reviewers shared, and it "felt like" it was in the teens. I did not use the restroom so I have no comment.

Very helpful staff and an up-to-date selection of fiction and nonfiction works. I have been…read moreimpressed with the helpfulness of the staff and discovered they even have curbside pickup before 4pm Central. Parking was tricky the first time but they explained where to go when I called and I am happy to learn the 5th largest city in TN is supporting my frequent library needs. Kudos especially to the person who works on the 2nd floor in the adult section on weeknights. Very personable.

A great library especially the children's section. They make it magical for the kids.read more

The staff at the Brentwood, Tennessee library are incredibly rude and unhelpful. They clearly don't…read morecare about patrons and only seem interested in getting through their day. I was trying to get a library card as a homeless person, and the staff treated me like I was doing something wrong just for asking. They judged me for being from another county, gave me the runaround, and finally told me a price without clearly explaining it. The computer system is terrible. Step away to use the bathroom, and your session logs out automatically, even for temporary guest accounts. You have to start over from scratch, and asking for extra time is unnecessarily difficult. I wasn't being difficult--I just wanted to access resources and get a library card. The building and resources are fine, but the staff completely ruin the experience. They only care about appearances and checking boxes. Avoid this library if you want to be treated with respect.

I actually shrieked a little because I was so excited when the Nashville Public Library started…read morecurbside delivery of library holds. They have done a great job of adapting to COVID-19 precautions! All you have to do is call when you get there and your holds will get safely put into your trunk. The library is also keeping returned materials isolated for 5 days for extra safety so I have no concerns when I get materials. I have about 20 things on hold at any given time and I love to go pick them up!

I don't understand why more people don't utilize the library!! Borrowed books and DVD's that are…read morefree! And with online services, it's easier than ever. But I digress...the Green Hills branch has one of the best book selections in Nashville without going downtown. I can always find a book at this location, and thoroughly enjoy my visits here! The place is vibrant and well maintained (take note Richland Branch!!) and is ideal for browsing the shelves for extended periods of time. They also have a good selection of computers to use, that are never overly crowded unlike some of the other locations. Just a library FYI.... you can request a book online and have it delivered to any location. The library will then call you to let you know it's ready for pick up, so when you visit, just look for your name, pick it up and go! You don't even have to go try to search for it in the shelves! It doesn't get much easier than that. For non readers, they also do the same with DVD's and have a variety of classics that you can't get a redbox or instant stream on Netflix. So what's your excuse? Visit the library and get happy!!