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Library Closing Announcement

The Library of Michigan is closed Tuesday, November 3, 2026 for the Election Day Holiday. It will reopen on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
The State Law Library is closed on Monday, November 2, 2026 in addition to the day listed above.

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2026 Library of Michigan About State Librarian David Votta Interim

David Votta named Michigan State Librarian

Please join us in welcoming David Votta as the next Michigan State Librarian!

Press Release: October 20, 2026 - Michigan Department of Education Announces David Votta as New State Librarian

Learn more about David as well as the role of the Michigan State Librarian by visiting the State Librarian page.

2026 Library of Michigan For Public Exhibits Kennedy Tired

Upcoming Exhibit - The Power of Her Words: Rosa Parks Through the Prints of Amos Paul Kennedy, Jr.

Explore the words of civil rights activist Rosa Parks through images created by printer Amos Paul Kennedy, Jr.

The exhibit starts Thursday, November 19, 2026 with an opening event that evening from 6:00PM-8:00PM. Learn more on the Exhibits at the Library of Michigan page.

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