The Central Arkansas Library System (CALS) is the largest public library system in Arkansas, based in Little Rock. It serves around 400,000 residents across Pulaski and Perry Counties, including cities like Little Rock, Jacksonville, and Maumelle. CALS operates 14 branches in various settings, with the Main Library located in the historic River Market District.
CALS boasts a collection of over 1,000,000 items, making it the largest research collection in central Arkansas. The Main Library offers extensive resources, including books, audiovisual materials, public computer labs, and meeting spaces. It also features specialized centers for technology training and Arkansas studies, along with a theater for performances. CALS provides a wide range of services focused on literacy, learning, and community engagement, including digital literacy training and cultural events. The CALS Foundation supports educational and cultural programming, enhancing the library's impact in the community.
The Central Arkansas Library System (CALS) is the largest public library system in Arkansas, based in Little Rock. It serves around 400,000 residents across Pulaski and Perry Counties, including cities like Little Rock, Jacksonville, and Maumelle. CALS operates 14 branches in various settings, with the Main Library located in the historic River Market District.
CALS boasts a collection of over 1,000,000 items, making it the largest research collection in central Arkansas. The Main Library offers extensive resources, including books, audiovisual materials, public computer labs, and meeting spaces. It also features specialized centers for technology training and Arkansas studies, along with a theater for performances. CALS provides a wide range of services focused on literacy, learning, and community engagement, including digital literacy training and cultural events. The CALS Foundation supports educational and cultural programming, enhancing the library's impact in the community.
