About Ralph Ellison Library
The Ralph Ellison Library opened in its current location in 1975. Named in honor of Oklahoma City native and acclaimed author Ralph Ellison, this library is in one of Oklahoma City’s historically African-American neighborhoods yet serves a diverse group of residents. Customers rely on the library to find basic information about voting, taxes, tutoring, government assistance, and a variety of other fundamental needs. In addition, the library serves a dynamic population of motivated customers ranging from school-age children to young adults and elders in the community. The Library serves as an essential hub for services, research, programs and events linking members of the larger community to one another.
Book drop location: To the right of entrance.
Contact Information
2000 NE 23rd Street
Oklahoma City, OK
73111
Phone: (405) 424-1437
Hours of Operation
Monday - Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 6pm
Services
- Technology
- Public use computers with internet access and printing capabilities
- Mobile and offsite printing
- Free WiFi
- MediaSurfers - Check out an iPad (in library use only) to surf the web, use library services, read magazines and books, check email, use social media, play games and more!
- Color copy machine with outbound fax and scan capability
- Collection
- Self-serve holds shelf and a self-check machine
- Catalog computers dedicated to accessing only Metro Library's collection
- Library staff who can provide assistance locating information, using print and electronic sources, and provide readers' advisory
- Place and pick up interlibrary loan requests
- Tours and instruction in use of library resources (by appointment)
- Spaces
- Meeting rooms - Cost (reservations required)
- Special Collections
- Black History Collection
- Miscellaneous
- General Information Bulletin Board
- Job Information Center
Upcoming Events
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group:
Birth-PreK,
Kids,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Books & Reading,
Health & Wellness
Event Description:
Youth are invited to enjoy a mid day meal and make friends at Ralph Ellison Library Monday - Friday at 12:00PM or 12:30PM. Start time varies based on programs scheduled on any given day.
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group:
Kids,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:
Come create "Wild Things" or a designs of your own choosing with Perler Beads!
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Continuing Education,
Homework Help,
Reading Help
Event Description:
Free, in-person math, science and language arts enrichment and assistance is available for students of all ages. This service is available Tuesdays and Thursdays year round.
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:
This beginner-friendly quilting group meets weekly to share their expertise and work on various projects. This is a recurring event.
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group:
Birth-PreK,
Kids,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Books & Reading,
Health & Wellness
Event Description:
Youth are invited to enjoy a mid day meal and make friends at Ralph Ellison Library Monday - Friday at 12:00PM or 12:30PM. Start time varies based on programs scheduled on a given day.
...
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Event Description:
Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) in this hands-on program. We'll be using Ozobot robots and some basic coding skills to learn and play games.
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group:
Kids,
Teens
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences,
Film & Movies
Event Description:
Next summer is the 2020 Olympics kick off in Tokyo. Why not start off your countdown by learning some Japanese this summer? In our 4-week course, we'll learn some simple Japanese in a short lesson, try our hand at some easy conversation, an...
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:
This beginner-friendly quilting group meets weekly to share their expertise and work on various projects. This is a recurring event.
...