Cambridge Public Library (the Library) has been a beloved hub of opportunity and civic engagement in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Tell us your story/detailed overview

The Library is a vital civic hub, social impact innovator, and community haven. Through our partnerships, programs, and services, we aim to be integral, and deeply responsive to the unique and changing needs of Cambridge’s diverse communities. By evolving with our diverse community and ensuring that our core values are embodied in everything we do, the Library is in the unique position to both preserve and celebrate Cambridge’s history and culture and welcome newcomers and expand perspectives, while anticipating and addressing the community’s ever-changing needs. Programs hosted by the Library provide an opportunity for civic dialog, conversation, and learning, which includes exploring a wide-range of views.

When open (hrs.)

Mon - Thu: 9AM - 9PM Fri: 9AM - 5PM

Need To Know/Community Rules

Behaviour Policy: https://www.cambridgema.gov/-/media/Files/cambridgepubliclibrary/newcplwebsitefiles/Policies/behaviorpoliciestrusteeapproved112019.pdf Study Room Policy: https://www.cambridgema.gov/-/media/Files/cambridgepubliclibrary/newcplwebsitefiles/Policies/studyroompolicyweb.pdf Meeting Room Policy: https://www.cambridgema.gov/-/media/Files/cambridgepubliclibrary/Policies/UPDATEDLINKmeetingroompolicy.pdf Computer and Internet Use Policy: https://www.cambridgema.gov/-/media/Files/cambridgepubliclibrary/aboutus/computerandinternetusepolicy.pdf Finally, we built The Hive, the first free public makerspace in Cambridge, at the Main Library in 2021; since then, the Hive has expanded to offer 70 classes each month, digital equity programs, and drop-in time for all ages.