Locations

Returns: Book Drops Only. Holds Pick-Up: Curbside or Drive-Up Service. In-Branch: Technology services. Virtual Branch is available 24/7.

All open MCPL branches have resumed technology services including access public computers, copiers, fax, and printers. For more information, visit the MCPL COVID-19 Information and Updates page.

African American Biographical Database

African American Biographical Database provides biographies of African American activists, business people, former slaves, performing artists, educators, lawyers, physicians, writers, church leaders, homemakers, religious workers, athletes, scientists, and more. Years covered are from 1790 to 1950.

 

Go to African American Biographical Database

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