Its so sturdy in this library. I;m a native new yorker and we got nothing like this place in nyc…read morefor the free. the bathrooms are clean. security keeps it secure. theres a balcony so u can enjoy the breeze. theres a recording studio, great comfortable seating. great ambience. its nice and quiet. makes the libraries im used too back home look like a janitors closet. staff is friendly and theres no one making random noise. long story short, getchyo ass in here and read, start a business, take a nap, write a song, 3d print, watch youtube, whatever ur tryna do u can do it here in peace and comfort!!

We love visiting this library, and are thrilled they added Sunday hours! Our fav section to browse…read moreis the juvenile graphic novel section.

What's not to love about Perkins? Poor mobile service in the Link (and zero service for T-mobile…read moreeverywhere, but that's not Duke's fault), but that's it. I love Perkins, and I'm stunned that there are no reviews for it. As a former Duke student who forgot her alumni card at home, I learned what it meant to be a guest of the library. Perkins is public, which means that anyone can walk in during its normal hours WITHOUT a Dukecard. All guests can go to the circulation desk to request an hour of computer access on any of the computers on the first floor with red tape across the top of the monitor. This is only valid once a day, and requires photo ID. (Alums, on the other hand, can use ALL computers with unlimited access ... if they have their IDs. Whoops). The different floors and rooms have varying environments to suit your study needs - the Gothic Reading Room or Carpenter Reading Room if you want an old-school, classic feel, or purple ergonomic reclining chairs and floor-to-ceiling dry-erase boards in the Link for modern and high-tech. The first-fourth floors all have normal large tables to study on and bookshelves around you to remind you that you're in a library. There are private cubicles and desks for dual screen access, and study rooms of varying sizes. Perkins, I miss you tremendously now that I've graduated. Really, you don't know what you have til you're gone :(

I come here to study sometimes. There are lots of different areas in the library to fit your…read morestudying mood: - big, sturdy, wide wooden tables on the first floor of Perkins for those who need to see other people studying in order to study - cozy armchairs spread throughout the library for those who want to comfortable read papers or books - a deathly silent, no-food zone closed off with glass doors on one of the upper floors for those who hate when others are munching on crunchy chips - The Perk, a mini cafe connected to the library - the Link, with plenty of interactive study rooms and areas on the ground floor You don't need a student ID to get in, which is both good and bad. The bad is that laptops seem to have a tendency to run away if you leave them alone. The good is that you don't have to mentally hit your head against the wall if you somehow forgot to bring your student ID. Other downsides include: not a 24/7 library, no nearby parking, and it gets very, very crowded around exam weeks. Otherwise, great WiFi with plenty of conveniently situated outlets, plus you can bring in food (just clean up after yourself), and obviously a great place to get work done.

My first visit to this library location was for a restorative yoga class. Wow - that was just what…read moreI needed! I also did a quick browse of the shelves and found a book my son has been wanting. I'll be bringing him back to this location soon!

This really is a wonderful library. I have been coming here for several years. I still highly…read morerecommend the Durham Co Library app to manage your account. It's awesome and we are so lucky to have something like that available. When I was visiting family in GA, my sister was so jealous. Not only can you make holds, but you can view their entire catalog, link to hoopla and Libby, request inter library loans and much more. This location...I thought I'd mention that there are two parking lots, one on each side of the building. They are not connected to each other though. If you live in Durham County and especially if you pay taxes, you should definitely utilize the library since you're paying for it! :)

This is a beautiful two story library down the street from NCCU. They have fun and engaging events,…read morenice helpful staff and so many books! The parking lot is very small so be careful coming and going. They also allow you to secure a meeting room and host meetings and small events.

We stopped by this little gem of a library branch after it was renovated for a long time. The space…read moreis very small but they have a decent selection of books, DVDs and meeting rooms. The staff were very polite. We didn't check anything out this visit (my wife was in the middle of reading a long book) but we're glad we stopped in. They have an amazing faux stained glass window that really catches your eye from the outside or interior. Very cute little library branch.

I love the high ceilings and large windows. The single-person cubicles are my favoriteread more

Business school library. It's spacious and modern and clean. There are lots of good resources to…read moreread (if you're into business/marketing/management/accounting), including the daily business newspapers. If you're a Duke student, there's also a selection of DVDs that you can check out!

Lucky ducky East Durham! This library is great. First, I am a HUGE fan of public libraries, the day…read morethat I don't have at LEAST one library book in my possession will be a very sad day. It's as easy as 1. requesting your book online 2. receiving an email that your book is ready 3. picking up your book (at your requested library)! Why more people don't take advantage of public libraries is beyond me, you can seriously find anything there: Lonely Planet copies, magazines, cookbooks and ANY how to book, audio books and audio "cassettes" to learn new languages, music CD's, DVD's (movies AND TV series), PLUS, the plethora of books, latest novels, any age, any genre. Now that I've gushed about my love of libraries, let me tell you why I personally love Durham's East Regional Library. It's huge, located in a neighborhood (not a university), with large windows that let in lots of natural lighting. There are tons of tabletops for studying, computer monitors for browsing, you can book a meeting room (cap. 100) or study room (cap. 8) online plus use the photocopier. They have TONS of programs for ALL ages (including bookclubs and even ballroom dancing lessons!) in addition to free wifi. And, even though the space was built in 2006, it feels brand new! Oh wait, and it's also LEED certified. The only downside, it's 20 minutes from downtown Durham. But if you've got the time and don't mind the drive, this is a perfect, quiet, spot for an afternoon with the kiddies or a study session.

Ahh The Library! Who remembers the days of index cards and calling to see if they had a book in,…read morethat you needed to write a review? Wow, times have changed. Lol This library has a lot of things for young children to do. They have a few programs during the day too for those SAH moms. Check the website out for upcoming events! This location has meeting rooms, laptops, presenters, copy/print (for a small fee) and other things. Stop in sometime!

Beautiful library the way it's set up. It's roomy and cozy. The children's section is relaxing and…read morefun. They have many books to enjoy. The adult section is spacious and arranged nicely. This is a relaxing library and nicely maintained.

This is my favorite hidden place to study when I need to get off of campus and escape the…read morecompetitive student atmosphere. The library is full of tall windows that allow natural bright light in. It also has plenty of big tables with chairs, however I would definitely recommend going earlier in the morning on weekends if you want a guaranteed table as they fill up pretty quickly. However they also have lots of couches with side tables that I sometimes use as a desk when tables aren't available (sometimes I prefer that since I am a comfy studier). At the entrance, they have a small coffee shop that I have yet to try. On the sides, they have a few conference/group rooms (which tend to be booked anytime I go) and downstairs, they have additional tables. They also have ample parking near the upper and lower entrances.

I love this library - not too big, not too small! Staff is always so helpful and go beyond to…read moreanswering questions to offering suggestions. I brought my grandchildren this summer and they were so impressed that they could check out movies FOR FREE! It's close and accessible and a true neighborhood library! Jayne S

This place isn't very big, but it is fairly clean. It has several study rooms and study tables…read more Unfortunately, the study rooms don't have sound-proof walls. One of the rooms that I was in reeked of someone's perfume. Staff is okay. I don't quite understand how the books are arranged because some of the aisles seemed to have several random books that didn't fit the category of the aisle. Limited selection of books as well, but they do have some decent books. Public parking lot has a fair amount of parking. They close early on Wednesdays and Fridays during the weekdays, and open much later than usual on Fridays and Sundays.

Such a cute, local bookstore in Durham. I absolutely love Letters Bookshop, and I'm so happy to be…read morea regular customer here. It's a co-op, and you can purchase a ownership for a little over $100. They have lots of bookish events through the year, and I love joining them for Silent Book Clubs at the 2nd floor of the bookstores to spend time reading amongst books. It's such comforting feeling! There are both new and used books throughout the store. I love finding some cool deals on the books that I wanted to get. It feels like a scavenger hunt to find the deals or even the new books. Parking isn't super great. But I tend to park at Church Street Parking Garage to take advantage of the free 1 hour parking or so. Hourly rate isn't too bad if I overstay for the book club :)

I noticed Letters Bookshop from the Pie Pushers window and just watched customers keep going inside…read moreand then leaving with bags. So I had to see for myself what was drawing all these people in. William welcomed me when I walked in, asked what I normally read, and let me know there was an upstairs as well, with more books. I did just stay on the first floor this visit, but I was so impressed by their beautifully curated inventory. They carry a wonderful selection of new fiction, poetry, children's books, and used books, along with fascinating sections on art, music, and nonfiction. They even had a discount section with books priced at $3.98 or less, which is incredible! They also have dedicated topic tables that highlight local North Carolina authors and underrepresented voices, which is wonderful to see. I found some board books to donate to the Little Free Library I was at the other day. If you've been reading my reviews for a while now, you know I love history and the architecture of older buildings being reused. It is an inclusive store, so everyone is welcome. It is a community-owned cooperative bookstore. The 1915 building, originally home to Merchants Bank, was built after the 1914 fire in Durham. It is a Neoclassical Revival-style building with massive, majestic Ionic columns that define its street-facing storefront. It later became Hood Industrial Bank and was then used for businesses like Letters. Letters opened back in 2013 at a nearby location and moved into its current space in 2021. I wish I had gone to the second floor to see the stained glass ceiling. So that just means I will need to make another shopping visit. I need to give myself more time so I can find something for me to read next time.

It was a quiet, clean, cute bookstore! I had never been before but have always gone to guglhuf next…read moredoor. I was surprised how quiet it was, like a different universe. Very relaxing atmosphere and they have preloved booked, which is a bonus!

A good bookstore for book readers. Theres a variety of used books. The pricing is a bit high…read moreconsidering its for used books. Staff is helpful and informative. The store is small and not busy. Came on Friday afternoon.