Chicago Public Library encourages lifelong learning by welcoming all people and offering equal access to information, entertainment and knowledge through materials, programs and events, and cutting-edge technology.

Chicago Public Library serves all Chicagoans with locations citywide: Harold Washington Library Center, three regional libraries and more than 77 neighborhood branches. Find a location near you, now with many branches offering Sunday hours. 

All locations provide a rich collection of books, DVDs, audiobooks and music; computers and WiFi; and newspapers and magazines. CPL is the largest provider of free wifi in the city.

CPL locations serve as cultural centers, presenting the highest quality events for kids, teens and adults. Harold Washington Library Center features exhibits celebrating Chicago history and the work of local artists.

Chicago Public Library offers 24/7 access to:

• eBooks, eAudiobooks, digital magazines and streaming music and video
• Online resources for researching Chicago history, newspaper archives, finding homework help and more
• Digital collections showcasing thousands of images, documents and artifacts from CPL’s special collections

Visit Chicago Public Library for more information.

For information on how to support Chicago Public Library, visit the Chicago Public Library Foundation.