Search

Upcoming Events

That support the library

Special Event

An Evening with Dessa

Past event
Info
Pen Pals

Susan Orlean

Oct. 10 & 11, 2019
Info + Tickets
ann patchett friends of the hennepin county library october 2019
Pen Pals

Ann Patchett

October 24 & 25, 2019
Info + Tickets
esi edugyan friends of the hennepin county library december 2019
Pen Pals

Esi Edugyan

December 9 & 10, 2019
Info + Tickets
reza aslan friends of the hennepin county library february 2020
Pen Pals

Reza Aslan

February 13 & 14, 2020
Info + Tickets
tommy orange friends of the hennepin county library april may 2020
Pen Pals

Tommy Orange

April 30 & May 1, 2020
Info + Tickets

Pen Pals Subscription Now Available

We are excited to announce the 23rd season of Pen Pals, the definitive literary series experience in the Twin Cities.

The 2019-20 season offers a range of fresh voices, expert perspectives, and classic storytelling, featuring: Susan Orlean, Ann Patchett, Esi Edugyan, Reza Aslan, and Tommy Orange.

CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE TODAY

Humans of

HENNEPIN COUNTY LIBRARY

Stories that highlight the importance of your donation.

"If you don’t have money, you can’t just go sit anywhere in this city. But at the library you can, and there’s no judgment passed on you."
Tami's story
"I think that this library is very important to the community. Those who come here and can connect will find the assistance they need for whatever the problem might be."
John's story
"They [my parents] saw the library as a place where you could change your life because there are all these resources."
Aisha's story
more stories   Your Impact

So Many Reasons to Give

Tell us why you love #myHCL

Library Defenders Unite Through Shared Values

llscreen>

MnSpin

Best Buy Teen Tech Center

Seniors hands and books

Reach Out and Engage Seniors

Homework Help

Librarian and woman search for book

Build & Preserve our Treasured Collection

"I donate because libraries are essential to democracy. Knowledge is power."

- Kevin, Friends of HCL member

Sign up for our newsletter

© 2016 Friends of the Hennepin County Library

300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55401 | 612.543.8100

Give to Hennepin County Library

Pay with:

Thank you!

Receipt sent to Just a few more questions so we can be great stewards of your donation.

When is your birthday?

receive a special library-inspired birthday message.

Make a Tribute gift

We’ll ask about sending notification after payment.

Do you want us to send a card notifying someone of your gift?

Create an Endowed Tribute

We’ll ask about sending notification after payment.

Thank you for your gift

Your donation ensures that our Library serves everyone.