William F. Laman Public Library
Location:
2801 Orange St.
North Little Rock, Arkansas 72114
Hours:
Monday - Thursday, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Friday - Saturday, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Phone Number:
501-758-1720
The Laman Library, North Little Rock, AR
The William F. Laman Public Library is the system’s primary branch building. Opened in 1962, the building was named in honor of former North Little Rock mayor William F. “Casey” Laman. Today, it houses a range of services, including dedicated spaces for children and teens, a computer lab, art gallery, makerspace, passport office, free public notary, and more.
Popular Library Services At This Branch
Passports
We offer passport services daily, from 9:00am until one hour before closing.
Printing
Printing services are available either via our public computers or wirelessly.
Some Of Our Favorite Spaces at Laman Library
Children's Library
The Children’s Section offers a bright, welcoming space filled with books, games, and activities designed to inspire young minds and foster a love of reading.
The Loft
The Loft is a space exclusively for teens, offering a variety of after-school activities designed to inspire creativity and foster connection.
Makerspace
The Makerspace offers sewing, embroidery, cutting, and crafting machines alongside hands-on programs like knitting, quilting, and crochet to sharpen your skills.
Tech Hub
The Tech Hub is equipped with computers, game consoles, laminators, and printers—including a large-format printer—to support your creative projects and digital needs.
Genealogy Room
The Genealogy Room provides access to archival materials and a microfilm machine, offering resources to support in-depth research.
Spaces are available to rent for your next event.
Small private study rooms are also available for one to two people. No reservation required.
What's Happening Today at Your Laman Library
2026 Holiday and Staff Training Closure Dates
All branches of the North Little Rock Public Library System will be closed on the following dates:
- January 1, New Year's Day
- January 19, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- February 16, Presidents Day
- April 27-28, Staff Training Days
- May 25, Memorial Day
- June 19, Juneteenth
- July 4, Independence Day
- September 7, Labor Day
- October 12, Staff Training Day
- November 11, Veteran's Day
- November 26-27, Thanksgiving Holiday
- December 24-26, Christmas Holiday
