The Eastern Branch Library serves over 31,000 residents in the city of Jackson. The library belongs to Jackson District Library, which maintains
423,500 volumes and circulates 860,660 items per year, including resources that span genealogy, Health, Business, and Education. The branch opened its doors in 1914 and has since then expanded its services to include public computers, printing, copying, and faxing services, as well as adult literacy programs.