Services

Free-Lending Library
The Mackinaw Area Public Library is a Free-Lending Library. 
We charge no fees for non-residents to use our libraries.

Loan Periods

2 nights  
A/V materials (videos and DVD's), 
     most recent issue of magazines

2 Weeks
All other materials.

Public Computer Access
We have 6 public computers at the main library, and 1 in each of the branches.
These computers are available free of charge on a first come, first serve basis. 
They all have an internet connection, Microsoft Office, and several other programs.

The main library also has a wireless connection, available to everyone.  Ask at front desk for details.

We also have 2 children's computers at the main library and 1 at each of the branches. 
These computers are not connected to the internet or a printer. 
They contain educational games for the children.

Interlibrary Loan (ILL)
We can get any book for you, even if we do not own it.
Available through the library, and through MeL.

Books by Mail for Shutins
Call or contact the library for more information on this service

Collections in the library

Adult (Fiction & Non-Fiction)
Books - On Tape
Children Collection
Large Print Books
Magazines  (130 + subscriptions)
Michigan History Room (See Below)
Newspapers (5 subscriptions)
Reference Materials
Video Cassettes & DVD's
Young Adult Collection

Michigan History Room

A very unique collection of:
 
Local History

Michigan History

Genealogy Research

Rare Books Collection

Fiction by Michigan Authors


Memories of Mackinaw

By Judy Ranville & Nancy Campbell

All proceeds donated to the Mackinaw Area Public Library

$10 each + $3 shipping and handling per book for mail orders

Available for pick up at the library, or by mail.
Call us at (231) 436-5451 or email maplhelp@gmail.com and request a copy today!

This book is a personal history of the Mackinaw Area - its people and happenings.  This 312 page book is a collection of interviews, term papers, tapes, stories, news accounts and over 200 pictures dealing with the origin and growth of the northern-most community in the lower peninsula.

"Memories of Mackinaw" is rich in knowledge for ship, railroad and lumbering buffs, and fond memories for those whose ancestors claimed the Mackinaw Area.