Benton Harbor Public Library
The Benton Harbor Public Library (BHPL) is a public library located in Benton Harbor, Michigan. The BHPL service area consists of the City of Benton Harbor and Benton Charter Township, Michigan.
The library has an extensive reference department; a book collection of approximately 100,000 books; an auditorium for group activities; free notary public service; and offers free wireless internet access via WiFi hotspot.
BHPL is a member of the Southwestern Michigan Library Cooperative. BHPL also participates in the statewide MichiCard library card program.
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