Public Library | Des Moines Public Library
South Side Library
1111 SW Porter Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315
Eligibility
Open to all individuals
Required documents
Photo ID or library card
Hours
Mon-Thu 10 am-8 pm, Fri 10 am-6 pm, Sat 10 am-5 pm
(515) 237-1654
Fax·
Fax
(515) 283-4152
Voice·
Main Phone
Website
https://www.dmpl.orgApplication process
Call, visit in person or visit the website for services
Fees
Fees for late returns
Service area
Polk County, IA
Offers library services to the residents of Des Moines, including curbside pickup for requested books from the online catalog, with confirmation provided when items are ready for pickup. The library also provides notary services, access to meeting spaces for public or private gatherings, and on-site computers for public use.
Last assured
04/02/2026
Providing organization
Des Moines Public Library
Offers library services at several locations.