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Home > Branch Libraries > Skillman Skillman Branch Library 121 Gratiot, Detroit, MI 48226 313.481.1850 313.962.0723 (Fax) 313.628.2732 (Fax) Joel Anyim, Branch Manager janyim@detroitpubliclibrary.org Hours of Operation: DAY SUMMER HOURS MON 10 am - 6 pm TUE 10 am - 6 pm WED 10 am - 6 pm THU 10 am - 6 pm FRI 10 am - 6 pm SAT 10 am - 6 pm SUN CLOSED Click here for holiday Closings! History The Rose & Robert Skillman Branch of the Detroit Public Library, formerly called the Downtown Library (opened January 4, 1932), was renamed the Rose and Robert Skillman Branch Library to honor a generous gift from the Skillman Foundation. Search for books from Skillman Branch's collection in the Detroit Public Library (DPL) Online Catalog. Programs and Events: For special events, programs & exhibits at this branch location, see our online listing. view listing> Collection Visit the National Automotive History Collection. Learn more> Book Dropoff: The outdoor drop box is open 24 hours for public convenience in returning materials. Parking: Paid parking and street parking is available. LIBRARY CUSTOMERS PARK FOR LESS. Library customers who visit the Skillman Branch/The National Automotive History Collection and park their vehicles in the city of Detroit-owned Premier underground Garage near the Branch can now save $1.50 off the cost of the first two hours of parking. That is half off regular parking charge. To obtain this discount customers should have their tickets stamped at our circulation desk. For more information call us at 313.628.2750. Please Note: Not valid on game days. Must present validated ticket to staffed garage exit window. Directions/Map: Click here for a directional map