Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed Visitors are welcome in our lobby and to see our display of collections. Appointments are required to research in the Special Collections Reading Room. Create an appointment at readingroom.bpl.org or contact our staff with any questions! Contact Email: specialcollections@bpl.org Phone: 617-859-2043 Special ...
Boston Public Library (BPL) welcomes you to the beautiful city of Boston! Whether you've relocated from abroad, moved to Massachusetts from another state, or transitioned within the state, we trust you will find value in the Library. BPL comprises 26 locations including the Central Library situated in Copley Square and our beloved neighborhood branch libraries. We offer an array of free in ...
About the BPL Established in 1848, the Boston Public Library is a pioneer of public library service in America. It was the first large free municipal library in the United States, the first public library to lend books, the first to have a branch library, and the first to have a children’s room.
BPL Staff Picks: September 2025 Every month staff from across the Boston Public Library system recommend their favorite books for all ages across a variety of genres.
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