Medgar Evers Library
4215 Medgar Evers Boulevard
Jackson, MS 39213-5210
Anne Sanders, MLIS, Branch Manager/Librarian
LIBRARY HOURS
Monday…..…….9 AM – 6 PM
Tuesday……..….9 AM – 6 PM
Wednesday.……9 AM – 6 PM
Thursday…..…..9 AM – 6 PM
Friday……..……9 AM – 5 PM
Saturday…..…..9 AM – 5 PM
Sunday……..………CLOSED
About Medgar Evers Library
The Medgar Evers Library, which was named for the Civil Rights activist Medgar Evers, is located in northwest Jackson. A historic statue of Evers is located on the library grounds.
Annual Programs
The library also hosts the annual Juneteenth Celebration. We have Summer Reading Programs, the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Essay Contest, and the annual Health Fair.
Youth Programs
Story Time Wednesdays and Fantastic Friday Story Times are at 10:00 AM, as well as teen programs.
Saturday Movie Matinee
The library has a family-friendly movie screening with popcorn on Saturdays at 11:00 AM.
Upcoming Events
| Date/Time | Event |
|---|---|
| Friday, April 19, 2024 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Let's Read Together! Family Literacy Program Medgar Evers Library, Jackson Mississippi |
| Saturday, April 20, 2024 All Day | Fun with Keva Planks Medgar Evers Library, Jackson Mississippi |
| Saturday, April 20, 2024 3:00 pm - 4:45 pm | Lego Club Medgar Evers Library, Jackson Mississippi |
| Monday, April 22, 2024 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Special Needs Program Medgar Evers Library, Jackson Mississippi |
| Monday, April 22, 2024 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Let's Read Together! Family Literacy Program Medgar Evers Library, Jackson Mississippi |
| Tuesday, April 23, 2024 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | Crocheting Class for Adults Medgar Evers Library, Jackson Mississippi |
| Wednesday, April 24, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Read, Rock N' Rhyme Story Time Medgar Evers Library, Jackson Mississippi |
| Thursday, April 25, 2024 10:00 am - 10:30 am | Smart Phone Basics Medgar Evers Library, Jackson Mississippi |
| Thursday, April 25, 2024 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | Crafty Creations for Adults Medgar Evers Library, Jackson Mississippi |
| Thursday, April 25, 2024 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | Eating to Live with Alcorn Medgar Evers Library, Jackson Mississippi |
View a calendar by month below.
Meeting Room Reservations Calendar
Meeting room calendar reservations are available at this library location.
All Day Rental Cost – $50.00
Half Day Rental Cost – $25.00
Address
4215 Medgar Evers Boulevard,
Jackson, MS 39213
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Library Hours
Monday……….9 AM – 6 PM
Tuesday………9 AM – 6 PM
Wednesday…..9 AM – 6 PM
Thursday……..9 AM – 6 PM
Friday………….9 AM – 5 PM
Saturday………9 AM – 5 PM
Sunday…………….CLOSED