Worcester Public Library

Category: Public library

Address: 3 Salem St, Worcester, MA 01608, USA

Phone: +15087991655

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 9AMโ€“5:30PM

Tuesday: 9AMโ€“8:30PM

Wednesday: 9AMโ€“8:30PM

Thursday: 9AMโ€“5:30PM

Friday: 9AMโ€“5:30PM

Saturday: 9AMโ€“5:30PM

Reviews

Jennifer Van Dusen

Jun 16, 2022

There are so many interesting things to learn at the library and the librarians are friendly and helpful ๐Ÿ™‚. Looking forward to the genealogy classes

Elif Asar

Jun 12, 2022

Very modern and equipped library with friendly staff. Get your card and borrow items from wide range of media. Books, maganizenes, movies in various languages... There are quite study desks near by a window. I really like this library.

Eric Zago

Apr 30, 2022

So many things to do. The active programming for teens and adults is amazing. Staff are helpful and compassionate. Love the maker/innovation space, and the delightfully inspired space children's room. The space is well lit, well maintained, and a delightful space to relax for a few hours and learn something!

Anne Vayola Eugรจne

Feb 12, 2022

It's our favorite place in town. We go there every 2 weeks to borrow new books ...

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Questions & Answers

Is the lib open today match 13

kudus bobo | Sep 3, 2018
Kaitlyn Tamanaco | Sep 3, 2019

This says it was posted 10 months ago, but I didnโ€™t know if it was bumped up for todayโ€™s hours.

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Is the library open today on Christmas Eve

Lisa Pressley | Sep 3, 2018
Yanira Torres | Sep 3, 2018

Is closed

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Is Worcester Public Library open on this coming Monday does anybody know?..Thank you in advance have a nice night...

Roxcy Schofield | Sep 2, 2020
Sheri Villeneuve | Sep 2, 2020

It should be but hour's change you can google library and see hours they have a tent in back

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Is it opened today?

Queen Savage | Sep 2, 2020
Barbara Gray | Sep 2, 2020

Yes till 5:30.

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Do you guys have adult literature if so what days and times are available and when classes start

Denise Sosa | Sep 3, 2018
SU | Sep 2, 2020

Your queston is unclear .... Yes, the library does have adult literature. Available when the library is open. Classes? I doubt it, but I encourage you to contact a reference librarian, who can better help you.

Is the Library opened today, Jan 1, 2022, or tomorrow?

Brittany Curry | Jan 5, 2022
Marc Lindberg | Jan 5, 2022

The library is not open.

How do I get a replacement card? I lost my wallet ๐Ÿ˜‚

Robyn Wadman | Nov 6, 2021
Paul Kolas | Nov 6, 2021

They will issue you a new card if you have any sort of ID

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Is the bookstore at the main branch open yet?

Ruth Stafinski | Oct 7, 2021
Melissa M | Nov 6, 2021

Yes it is.

Anyone think the library will be open on Monday the 23rd with the storm coming?

Andrea Susan | Sep 2, 2021
Mike R | Sep 2, 2021

Yes!

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Are there food stores inside the library

Grace Kamau | Sep 2, 2021
Robyn Wadman | Nov 6, 2021

Yes a coffee shop

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is the library open for regular hours as a sit and research building yet....it is now 11/21/20 and i would like to be able the go and stay at the library to do some research,not just pick up and drop off book ,etc. Please let me know the hours .

Patricia Byrne | Sep 2, 2021
David Milgate | Sep 2, 2021

I'd suggest you read this because it details what needs to happen before WPL will open. Essentially, no this will not happen for a while. I'd start figuring out how to do research in your apartment. https://www.mass.gov/news/baker-polito-administration-announces-transition-to-step-ii-of-phase-iii-for-lower-risk

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Is the library opened today June 26th?

Arnold Aduko | Sep 2, 2020
Jean McLean | Sep 2, 2020

The library is open for curbside pickup only

Is there somewhere on the library's staff who would have access to maps from 1900 of Quinsigamond? In particular a street (now gone) called Arroy or Array Street in Quinsigamond?

Miles Groth | Sep 2, 2020
Joan M | Sep 2, 2020

Unsure but i think do they would have old maps , call or go in to see them .

are you renewing the arts and craft classes

Michel Frehley | Sep 2, 2020
Joan M | Sep 2, 2020

Not sure , check out the website

Is the library open tomorrow, Columbus Day?

Sarah Hanson | Sep 2, 2020
Barbara Gray | Sep 2, 2020

Closed tomorrow. It will be open again Tuesday at its normal time

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Does a library card cost anything?

Lisa Gerardi | Sep 2, 2020
Joan M | Sep 2, 2020

No it's free

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Does it cost anything to get a library card? How much does it cost to get books or only if theyโ€™re late returning?

Lisa Gerardi | Sep 2, 2020
dedclerk | Sep 2, 2020

It is completely free to get a library card. Also it's free to check out any of the items, books, magazines, DVDs, etc... It only cost money if you aquire late charges for items.

Do you need books? We're recycling when rehabs/ hospitals have enough

Dianne Bergstrom | Sep 3, 2019
Linnea Sheldon | Sep 3, 2019

Hi, you can find information about donating here: https://mywpl.org/?q=book-donation-procedures

Do you have discounted museum or park passes?

Barbara Jette | Sep 3, 2019
SU | Sep 2, 2020

From library website: Patrons 18 and older with a valid card from any member of the CW MARS network may reserve one pass at a time online with their library card number and pin. If you do not have a pin number, please call the library. You can also reserve a pass by calling or visiting any of our libraries. Each location of the Worcester Public Library offers different passes. Keep in mind some locations are closed on the weekends. If you reserve a weekend pass from one of these branches, you will need to pick it up on a weekday. For locations and hours information click here. Each pass is reserved for a specific day and can only be picked up on that day or the day before. Non-coupon passes should be returned before 11 a.m. the day following their use. Coupons do not need to be returned. Patrons must have their library card or photo identification to pick up Museum Passes. https://mywpl.org/?q=museum-passes

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Books by Harold hill

Loretta Jarret | Sep 3, 2019
SU | Sep 2, 2020

I found no books by Harold Hill in the online library catalog. You may want to consult a librarian for other possibilities, such as, interlibrary loan.

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Can you get a mass ID at the library

Linda Valentino | Sep 3, 2019
Mark Daniels | Sep 3, 2019

No. RMV.

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Is a great place for do you homework

Luis Padilla | Sep 3, 2019
Luis Padilla | Sep 3, 2019

Is true

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What are your hours today? Are you allowed to use your computers and printer/copying for a fee?

Kaitlyn Tamanaco | Sep 3, 2019
Michelle Carbone | Sep 3, 2019

It's closed for the holiday will b open again Tuesday you can bring your computer or there's there's a fee for printing

When did the first librarian Jedidiah Baker die? A short biography would be appreciated.

Jim Gould | Sep 3, 2019
SU | Sep 2, 2020

From library website: On December 23, 1859, the Worcester City Council passed an ordinance establishing the Worcester Public Library and accepted a gift of 7,000 books from Dr. John Green III, and 4,000 books from the Worcester Lyceum and Library Association to jumpstart the new collection. Initially located on the third floor of the Bank Block at Foster and Main Streets, by 1861 the Library occupied a new building at Elm Street (now the site of the Pearl Elm Garage) where it was to remain for the next 100 years. An addition to the original structure was built in 1891, and the small building known as the children's entrance was added in 1900. Zephiniah Baker served as Head Librarian until 1867. His successor, Samuel Swett Green, nephew of Dr. John Green, is internationally renowned for his contributions to public librarianship, including encouraging cooperation between libraries and schools, developing collections of reference materials, adding books in languages other than English,

Is the library open in veterans day?

Lore O | Sep 3, 2019
Edward Robinson | Sep 3, 2019

No

Can I use computer at the library to take exams?

VanessaUnicorn Oyola | Sep 3, 2018
Priya Devarajan | Sep 3, 2018

I know there are computers in there which you can register and use. I haven't used it for exams, the staff are very nice, I am sure you could call and ask.

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Is the worcester public library open on memorial day?

Scott Bromage | Sep 3, 2018
Yanira Torres | Sep 3, 2018

No. It's not open.

where is there parking?

Murray Kohn | Sep 3, 2018
Mike R | Sep 3, 2018

Yes the McGrath parking lot is adjacent to the main library. It is owned and operated by the City of Worcester. $1/hr rate.

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What discount tickets are available? Don't know where to find that information.

Peter Mcgrath | Sep 3, 2018
SU | Sep 2, 2020

From library website: Each location of the Worcester Public Library offers different passes. Keep in mind some locations are closed on the weekends. If you reserve a weekend pass from one of these branches, you will need to pick it up on a weekday. For locations and hours information click here. Each pass is reserved for a specific day and can only be picked up on that day or the day before. Non-coupon passes should be returned before 11 a.m. the day following their use. Coupons do not need to be returned. Patrons must have their library card or photo identification to pick up Museum Passes. https://mywpl.org/?q=museum-passes

Is Worcester main library opened today Monday April the 2rd?

NJOGHE WANJOGHE | Sep 3, 2018
Worcester Public Library | Sep 3, 2018

Indeed it is!

How to find a family pass to roger williams zoo?

Annette Novia | Sep 3, 2018
Edward Robinson | Sep 3, 2018

Yes

In the library, can I print?

Bryuno Gonsalveschs | Sep 3, 2018
SU | Sep 2, 2020

Note: Our print vending system takes both cash and card however our copying system takes cash only. We cannot always provide change. There is a change machine on the 1st floor, but please bring small bills if possible! Black & white and color printing are available on each floor of the Main Library. Black & white printing costs 15 cents per page, and color printing costs 30 cents per page. Print jobs will be help in the queue for 120 minutes or until job is printed. Now accepting card payments (Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express) for printing only at the Main Libraryโ€™s 1st floor print station. Copying is also available on each floor. Black & white copies cost 15 cents per page, and color copies cost 30 cents per page. The library's multifunction copiers can also scan documents to a USB drive or directly to an email address at no cost. https://mywpl.org/?q=computers-printing-copying

Are u ever open on Sunday?

Maureen | Sep 3, 2018
Alvin Chua | Sep 3, 2018

Open 1-5:30 PM Sundays from October- April

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