Charlestown Branch of the Boston Public Library
4.2· 42 Google reviews, Library, , 179 Main Street, Boston, United States
85 out of 100, Work score
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The Charlestown Branch is a small public library in the neighborhood with friendly and helpful staff. The building has a modern brutalist design and includes a children's section with books, magazines and DVDs. However, reviewers consistently note that the open mezzanine layout of the children's area creates significant noise that disrupts the main library space, with some describing it as unsuitable for focused work or quiet reading unless you bring noise-canceling headphones.
The library offers a public computer workspace. Opening hours vary by day, with the latest closing at 8 PM on Thursdays and earliest at 5 PM on Fridays and Saturdays. The building is wheelchair accessible and street parking is available nearby.
Hours and location
- Monday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday12:00 – 8:00 PM
- Friday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- SundayClosed
- Address
- 179 Main St, Charlestown, MA 02129, USA
- Who can use it
- Phone
- +1 617 242 1248
- Website
- bpl.org
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