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

This library is fantastic and everything a library should be as a resource for our community! If…read moreyou have only been coming here to vote, you are missing out. Not only is it beautifully designed with plenty of areas to read and work, but it also offers services such as 3D printing, streaming movie services, and the NC Collection, a fantastic resource for anyone looking into their ancestry. Two things I want to highlight: 1) the seed library (free seeds!) and 2) events. The library (not just this one but all of the libraries) has fantastic events for adults as well as kids. For example, I went to a meeting of the Nicholas Cage movie club, and it was so fun. They also offer lectures on a wide range of interesting topics (the paranormal, ham radios, etc.) as well as practical classes (computer classes for seniors and Spanish classes). I could go on and on-- the library is a fantastic resource in our community that has something for everyone.

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.

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 :(

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! :)

Durham has the best libraries around! The programming is excellent. I've taken advantage of…read moremultiple adult offerings over the years, my favorite being the creative writing workshops. My friends with young children speak so highly of the children's programming as well. We are so grateful to our libraries!

I don't understand how you can read a book to children, without the consent of parents, that…read moreexcludes and doesn't honor peoples personal beliefs!!! this is sad because this library has never done this and NOW you are pushing a narrative that many families don't want to be continued to push on their children.... I would hope this is the last time....

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 have been utilizing this branch of Durham County Public Libraries for about 4 years now, and I…read morefigured it's time for a review! I like to thank of myself as a public library advocate (can you tell I'm a nerd lol) because I tell all my friends about how they should use the library and get books for free! I love that Durham County Public Libraries make it easy for you to place holds on books you're interested, and all you have to do is go pick them up when you get an email saying your books are ready for pick up!? They also offer audiobooks (available on OverDrive or Libby apps). Due to COVID-19, the libraries are not open completely currently. They're only open for book pickups. Once you get an email saying you have books ready for pickup, you can head to the Durham county library website and make an appointment. I will say that having to make a 15 minute appointment ahead of time can be tricky (non-covid times, you have about a week to pick up your books. They just sit on a "holds" shelf), but I am so thankful for the option to borrow physical books during this period. They have your books (and others' on a table in the lobby of the library. A staff member (way more than 6 feet away) will ask you your name so they can cross it off the list, but it is essentially a no-contact pickup. They only allow one person in the lobby at a time. I've felt safe every time I've gone in! If you're not already, you should be a library card holder!

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!

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 nice bookshop located right in the middle of downtown Durham! In addition to a great variety…read moreof reasonably-priced, well-curated books, they have a lot of cutesy Durham merch. If you have out-of-town visitors, would recommend bringing them here for souvenirs. The shop has 2 floors housing different genres; the top floor also has some seating. I think I saw they have some drinks for sale as well. It also seems like they have pretty regular events on a weekly basis (book clubs and the like), so I'm excited to go back for one of those in the future. Fast service, great ambiance. Free parking on weekends and weekdays after 7pm in nearby city of Durham garages. 10/10 would recommend!

Cool bookshop with a good variety of books and puzzles. Definitely recommend checking out this…read moreindependent bookstore

Wonderfully cute bookstore with both new and nicely used titles, and the friendliest service!…read moreHelped me find a title at another store, and held it for me. Highly recommend checking out their multiple locations. So important to support indy bookstores, now even more than ever!!

4 stars because they also sell used books at full price. This is a nice, tiny book shop that has a…read morebit of everything. The cashier wasn't talkative, no matter how hard I tried to engage him about books. I figured whatever was on the computer was way more interesting than the upcoming new book release. He probably just works there and doesn't read. That's fine!