Rosa Keller Branch – New Orleans Public Library

Are you a disgruntled unemployed citizen who gets easily bothered when people make basic requests to you at your job? If so, come apply at this library! The library itself is nice enough, and the dude librarian who works here and the hippie chick librarian are both friendly enough, but most of the other employees need to take a class in customer service. Whenever I ask for something basic, they usually are on the verge of rolling or their eyes, or being exasperated. In terms of library visitors, most are usually pretty respectful, I have only encountered a couple nutjobs while here; One who smelled up the library due to his nasty feet, and some other dude who played the air guitar while listening to videos on youtube. All in all, this library is alright overall, but some librarians need to be more pleasant.

Nice little library branch way out on Broad (not my local hood, so this is out of the way for me)… I’ve mostly been to this branch for meetings of random sorts (writers group, a screenwriting talk event) and its meeting spaces/​community center is pretty awesome.
This library was designed for meetings– when you go in the door, the book part is to the left and to the right is a community center with a bunch of nice, comfortable meeting spaces that are perfect for small groups. And lots of groups take advantage– in addition to the events I’ve attended, I’ve seen what seems to be foreign language groups, baby CPR classes and lectures. There is also a little deck/​patio in the back where people can sit and read or chat.
The library also hosts its own events for kids and teens, so that’s worth checking out if you’re a local parent.
There is a café that is currently closed, but I’ve heard rumors that someone is taking over the café soon and it may be reopened? I don’t have any further details, but that’s the gossip.

This is a wonderful recently-​renovated branch of NOPL. It’s actually a pretty small branch, though it looks bigger from the outside. The circulating collection of books is a bit sparse — the focus seems to be more on community space. One of my local groups was meeting here temporarily while our regular home of Latter library was undergoing renovation. The meeting rooms are beautiful — wood paneling and lots of windows.

This is easily one of the best libraries I’ve ever visited. While the collection may be smaller than other branches, things can easily be ordered. The employees are very happy and helpful.
They have plenty to offer, including a family cooking course happening right now next to me and I’m dying because it smells so delicious. I’m tempted to go find a child just so I can jump in. They also have adult cooking classes, which I’m probably going to go sign up for now.
Solid internet connection. Clean bathrooms. Cool AC.
They used to have a café here but they closed — probably prematurely — ’cause the library is attracting more and more people as the days go by.
This is what the future of the library looks like.

This library is absolutely beautiful. If you want a spot to get some work done or read a book, not only do they have a gorgeous outdoor space but the inside of the library has reading nooks and awesome soft lighting. I’m so glad my house is a few blocks from such a wonderful community resource. Staff were nice and I saw lots of students using the computers and printers.

What an amazing new addition to the Broadmoor neighborhood.
This has already become a fantastic community facility holding numerous programs every week such as: knitting circles, ESL tutoring, homework help, computer classes, and chess club… just to name a few. They are also planning cooking classes in the teaching kitchen on site.
Overall, it is a great space and a great resource.

This is the first public library I’ve stepped into in New Orleans. I’ve stepped into some other libraries, but those were associated with UNO, Tulane, Loyola, etc…
This was just really nice inside, everything is still brand new, and everything still smells brand new. It was surprising to find such a nice space in an area otherwise to be known as somewhat shady.
The library collection is still small, but it makes up for it with the computer resources and great study spaces that can be found inside and outside the library. There’s also a café located inside (Green Dot) which I’m probably going to give a try.

Beautiful renovation and wonderful to have such an asset return to the neighborhood. Yeah progress!

The Rosa Keller Branch is now open. All I can say is, «wow!» Seriously. «WOW!»
It’s hard to believe that a library like this exists in New Orleans (Broadmoor). It looks like it belongs in some rich suburb. It was worth the wait.
The facility is very modern and clean. There are windows everywhere, so the natural light is fantastic. There is a magazine area with comfortable chairs. There are numerous computers that library cardholders can use for an hour at a time. There’s plenty of indoor and great outdoor seating for patrons. The outdoor areas are particularly nice.
This is much more than a library – it’s a community space. There are meeting rooms and a small community kitchen. There’s also a coffee shop (Green Dot) that was quite good.
New Orleans’ newest library is a gem! I can’t believe I’m saying this, but I can’t wait to go back!

The permanent library is getting closer! The new space looks like it’s going to be amazing! I just hope the city actually funds furniture & materials for this branch.
Meanwhile the portable unit has moved to:
Rosa Keller Branch
TEMPORARY LOCATION during construction
Andrew H. Wilson Charter School
3617 General Pershing (enter on S. Miro)
4:30 pm — 8:30 pm, Mon. — Thurs.
10 am — 5 pm, Sat.
504 596‑2660
according to the NOPL website.