Suggestions for Library near Roxbury, Boston

Boston Public Library • February 10, 2012The BPL's Dudley Branch opened its doors in its current location at 65 Warren Street, in April of 1978, replacing both the Mount Pleasant Branch and the privately endowed Fellowes Athenaeum.

Boston Public Library • August 15, 2012Check out the murals on exhibition in the teen area at the Grove Hall Branch. They were created by the Mayor's Mural Crew.

Ting • July 30, 2015Don't miss a visit to this beautiful library with a lovely courtyard. So conducive to read! Tours available daily but timing differs. Best to check the website.

Boston Public Library • February 10, 2012The mural on the side and back of the Egleston Square Branch was painted in 2009 by the Boston Mural Crew.

Kaitlin • January 15, 2016If I lived in Boston, I might have to be dragged out of here on the regular. So wonderful to have such beauty accessible for free!

Felipe G. • May 23, 2010This library is huge,well-stocked and offers an air-conditioned study oasis in the summer. They also have a good selection of movies and music.

Victoria R. • September 13, 2011The hibiscus sangria tea is great -- especially with the fruit on top!

Boston Public Library • July 16, 2011On June 7, 1971, the South End Branch of the Boston Public Library moved to a new building at its present location, which was on the site of the original Mercantile building.

Boston.com • May 16, 2012It costs money to join, but this private library offers free tours of its treasures on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3 p.m. Reservations required. Meet at the circulation desk. 617-227-0270, ext. 279

Dave L. • March 4, 2020Awesome location friendly with friendly service and delicious food and friendly service and friendly helpful staff

Laura A. • April 6, 2012Totally worth it! Cool building and well-done videos.

Ellie • December 28, 2018Have your info ready. It will be best to have as much as you can to maximize your time as well as the librarian during your visit.

Boston Public Library • March 31, 2012Through April 2012, see the free exhibition "Make Way For Penguins," which features paintings by Laure Dennery.

Birdie B. • May 26, 2012There's the garden restaurant.. Grab some food and sit in the atrium with a beautiful fountain.. Calm and beautiful place!!!

Justin W. • November 24, 2012The Children's section has a decent selection of books, DVDs, and audio books. There's also lots of toys and art supplies for the kids to occupy themselves with!

Boston Public Library • September 22, 2011The Abbey Room is 64 feet long by 33 feet wide, is of luxurious beauty. It has richly colored mural paintings "The Quest of the Holy Grail" by the American artist, Edwin Austin Abbey.

Boston Public Library • August 23, 2011The outside of the Parker Hill Branch has the carved seal of Massachusetts on one side and the seal of the city of Boston on the other. Over the door is a carved seal of the Boston Public Library.

Ginnette P. • August 10, 2011Actually they are usually open on Saturdays during the school year from 9-2! they have mac and pc laptops for in library use.

Boston Public Library • August 23, 2011Originally established at 3A North Bennett Street in 1913, the North End Branch of the Boston Public Library was relocated to its present site in May 1965.

Sandra W. • October 5, 2010People should come by to check out this place it's peaceful and beautiful archtectiure landscape

Andrew N. • March 24, 2011Best place to nap is in the back by Disney Pixar concept art.

Dave F. • August 29, 2010The librarians here are friendly and pleasing to the eye. They are also very coffee friendly. Just ask one and see for yourself .

Mustafa B. • February 11, 2016They have good English cross and good teacher

Lee S. • February 25, 2017Come here for the mapparium, it's amazing!

Phillip C. • April 12, 2010Get that bestseller that you read about in the New Yorker and save a few bucks on your entertainment budget!

Boston Public Library • February 10, 2012Be sure to take a look -- and use -- the videoconferencing room. This BPL branch also features a self check-out station.

Boston Public Library • February 10, 2012Did you know? The Fields Corner Branch opened in 1969. It was the successor to the old Dorchester Branch which was also located in Fields Corner.

Maarten M. • December 3, 2014Second floor has amazing work spots, also for group work. Not enough capacity though.

Totsaporn I. • October 14, 2011Don't BRING in the library food and beverages. Otherwise, you will be kicked for one day.