South Regional Library

Getting here
Bus routes
Bike racks
Near the front parking lot
Parking
Large free lot
Electric vehicle charging
Two stations available
Amenities
- 24-hour exterior book drop
- Single-occupant all-gender restroom
- Infant changing stations
- Bookable rooms
- Early voting location
- Election day voting – Precinct 54
Sorry, Durham County Library does not offer notary services.
Technology
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Public internet access computers
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Wireless internet access
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Hotspots for checkout
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Printing
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Scanners
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Copiers
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Fax
Assistive technology
More assistive technology info-
BigKeys keyboard
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BigKeys keyboard keyguard
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Video relay services
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Trackball mouse
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Keyboard type aid
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Handheld video magnifier
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Adaptive joystick
Did you know?
- South Regional is LEED Gold certified.
Today’s events
Children's Take and Make Crafts: Acorn Edition
Sunday, September 28, 2025 • All day
South Regional Library (4505 S. Alston Ave) (South Regional - Children's Area)
Would you like to make some acorns in the comfort of your own home? If so, please stop by the South Regional Library to pick up our take and make crafts. These activities are located in the easy reader of our children's area. The last day to pick...
Ages: Elementary School, Kindergarten, Pre-School, Toddler
HEAD 2 HEAD: Kidz Movie Poll
Sunday, September 28, 2025 • All day
South Regional Library (4505 S. Alston Ave) (South Regional - Children's Area)
It's time to vote!! A kid's voting station has been set up in the children's area at the South Regional Library. Which is your favorite Disney film: Encanto (2021) or Wish (2023)? Let us know!...
Ages: Elementary School, Kindergarten, Pre-School, Toddler
South Regional Express Yourself Unavailable
Sunday, September 28, 2025 • All day
South Regional Library (4505 S. Alston Ave)
Express Yourself at South Regional will be unavailable for the remainder of August through the end of October for upgrades and staff training. Please be aware that this timeline may change. Please check back in October for an improved Express...
These Routes Are Made for Walkin': Exercise Challenge
Sunday, September 28, 2025 • All day
South Regional Library (4505 S. Alston Ave)
Discover the deep roots of Durham with our 2025 exercise challenge that celebrates the story of Bull City's history. Track the number of minutes you exercise using our tracker available at South Regional Library (or click here to request a...
Ages: Adult, Emerging Adult: 18-24 Year Olds, High School, Intergenerational, Senior Citizen, Teen
Special features at South Regional Library

Children's programming room
Catch storytimes, craft programs, and more in this fun space just for kids.

Stephen's Bent
This 17-foot-tall sculpture, located outside the front entrance, pays homage to the community’s history.
Express Yourself makerspace
Use this small space for your creative projects. Equipped with a variety of maker and AV equipment.
More about South Regional
South Regional Library replaced the Parkwood Branch Library and is located on the historic site of the Old Lowe’s Grove School. Historic panels, artifacts, and a timeline in the library honor the Parkwood and Lowe’s Grove communities.
Manager
T. Ché Anderson
Email: tanderson@dconc.gov
T. Ché Anderson is from New York and moved to Durham in 2011. She received her undergraduate and graduate degrees from the State University of New York at Buffalo. She has over 35 years of experience working in public and academic libraries.
Pronouns: she/her