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About the Library

About Hackley Public Library

HPL opened in 1890 as a library. The building, listed on the Michigan Register of Historic Places, was a gift from lumber baron Charles Hackley to the City of Muskegon Public Schools.

The mission of the Hackley Public Library is to inform, inspire, and delight our diverse community by providing information, knowledge, literature, new technologies, and traditional and innovative programs.

The Hackley Public Library is dedicated to:

  • promoting knowledge, understanding, and wisdom,
  • combating ignorance, intolerance, and indifference,
  • promoting the free exchange of ideas, and
  • conserving our national and local cultural heritage.

What do we offer?

Diverse collection of books, DVDs, audiobooks, CDs, magazines, and more.

Downloadable ebooks, audiobooks, movies, magazines and more through Libby, Hoopla, and RBDigtial.

Access to libraries across Michigan.

Online resources and databases through the Library of Michigan and MeL.

Free computer access and Wi-Fi.

Printing services.

Assistance with local history and genealogy research.

Free programs for all ages including music, crafts, lectures & presentations, computer classes, and more!

Need to renew or get a library card? Apply for a temporary library card.

You’ve got questions? We’ll help you find answers.

Our reference librarians offer excellent help in answering any questions you may have. Contact them at askus@hackleylibrary.org or call at the reference desk directly at 231-722-8011.