The Frankfurt Municipal Library is composed of a widely ramified library system. It includes the Central Library, the Music Library/Mediathek, the Central Children's and Youth Library, 17 city district libraries, two mobile libraries and 41 school libraries.
The programme covers reference and textbooks from all fields of knowledge, belles lettres, literature for children and young adults, music notes and audio-visual media.
The libraries are also venues for changing exhibitions, readings and lectures. Emphasis is on children's library activities and, in close cooperation with local organizations, the promotion of local cultural life for national and foreign residents.