Public Library

Jason L. Homer, Executive Director

About

In an information-rich and culturally diverse society, the Worcester Public Library is a source of civic activity and pride, offering opportunities for the development of a literate and informed citizenry. Today's library is a vital and vibrant place of information and learning, used and valued by people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. All library locations and staff are devoted to assisting Worcester's residents in this information-rich society in which we live.

For more information, please visit the official Worcester Public Library website.

Branches

The Worcester Public Library has library branches located throughout the city. For complete location and hours information, please visit the official Worcester Public Library website.

Main Branch

3 Salem Square, 01608

508-799-1655
Burncoat Branch

526 Burncoat Street, 01606

508-799-8328
Frances Perkins Branch

470 W. Boylston Street, 01606

508-799-1687
Goddard Branch

14 Richards Street, 01603

508-799-8330
Great Brook Valley Branch

89 Tacoma Street, 01605

508-799-1729
Roosevelt Branch

1006 Grafton Street, 01604

508-799-8327
Tatnuck Magnet Branch

1083 Pleasant Street, 01602

508-799-8329

Library Upgrades

The Worcester Public Library has undergone many upgrades of the building as well as the library's virtual offerings and services:

Building Updates:

A new front door at the Main Library gives us the opportunity to visibly welcome the community into the Worcester public library.
The New Americans Corner in the Main Library provides a visible welcome to our newest community members.
Playscape is a rotating early learning environment where children and their caregivers can engage in playful learning scenarios at every WPL location.
The Hanover Teen Space boasts a safe, enclosed area with computers, laptops, a robust young adult collection and funky furniture.
Renovations to the First Floor allowed for flexible spaces for teaching, training and learning. The computer lab, Fletcher Family Innovation Center and Digital Studio, has also been updated.
We are working with the Worcester Housing Authority to create a brand new GBV Branch, located next door to the current library.

Children's Library Playscape

First Floor Free Space

The library also offers many virtual, online and remote services. The library has a broad collection of eContent available to residents of Worcester. The Talking Book Library provides services to residents who are unable to read traditional print materials due to a visual or physical disability. These services include recorded stories created and curated by staff, audio descriptions of events happening at the library, featured stories read by WPL librarians and more. Training and classes to learn new skills for jobs or personal enjoyment are now available for adults, teens or children. Hybrid programming, online and in-person programs, meets the needs of those who cannot make it to the library as well as those who do not have access to online programs.

Municipal Buildings to Close Due to Inclement Weather

Due to the inclement weather, all municipal buildings will close to the general public at noon Tuesday, March 14.
Posted: Tuesday 03/14/23

Declared Winter Parking Ban to Take Effect at Midnight

In anticipation of a forecasted snowstorm beginning Friday night and lasting into Saturday, a Declared Winter Parking Ban for Worcester will go into effect at 12 a.m. March 4 (midnight tonight).
Posted: Friday 03/03/23

Worcester Public Library and City of Worcester to Host Poet Laureate Inauguration of Oliver de la Paz

The City of Worcester’s Cultural Development Division and Worcester Public Library will host an inauguration ceremony for new Worcester Poet Laureate Oliver de la Paz. The ceremony will take place from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 on the first floor of the Worcester Public Library at 3 Salem St.
Posted: Wednesday 02/15/23

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