Free Library of Philadelphia - Library Services - Parkway Central Library

1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Eligibility

No limitations or restrictions for in-house use of most resources; borrowing privileges require valid library card

Hours

Monday through Thursday, 9:00am to 8:00pm Friday and Saturday, 9:00am to 5:00pm

(215) 686-5322

Voice

Application process

Visit in person. Call or visit website for more information.

Fees

Most services free of charge with library card.

Service area

Philadelphia, PA

Offers a collection of more than 6 million items, ranging from books and magazines to art, music, film, and other media. Also provides computers for public use, Internet access, and printing/ copying services. Hosts a variety of cultural and educational events and programs.

What's Here

English as a Second Language Youth Enrichment Programs Public Access Computers/Tools Literacy Programs Digital Literacy Programs Libraries

Providing organization

Free Library of Philadelphia

Provides to all segments of Philadelphia's diverse population a comprehensive collection of recorded knowledge, ideas, artistic expression, and information in a variety of media, including current technology; to assure ease of access to these materials; and to provide programs to stimulate the awareness and use of these resources.