Egleston Square Branch of the Boston Public Library

The Egleston Square Branch is a neighborhood location of the Boston Public Library serving Roxbury and the surrounding area. Along with books and media, it offers a Spanish language collection, a Lucky Day collection of high-demand titles, and a seed library focused on native and local plants. Visitors can use computers, laptops, printing, scanning and WiFi, get computer help, and reserve community space for meetings and gatherings.

Outside, a learning landscape with outdoor seating uses permaculture design and includes a children’s garden. Regular programs include homework help from the Boston Teachers Union, all-ages story time with crafts, and hands-on activities for kids such as DIY slime. A Friends of the Egleston Square Branch group supports the library, and anyone can sign up for a Boston Public Library card to borrow materials and use online resources.

What to Know

• The branch opened on July 8, 1953, in a building designed by Isidor Richmond and Carney Goldberg.
• The Boston Mural Crew painted a mural on the building’s exterior in summer 2009.
• An after-hours book return and a bike rack are available.
• The branch keeps its own Facebook page with news and events.