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East Washington Branch Library

East Washington Branch Library

Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 10am-8pm
Friday: 10am-6pm
Saturday: 10am-5pm

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Address:
2822 E. Washington Street
Indianapolis, IN 46201
317-275-4360



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Library Board of Trustees
Nov 18 6:30PM

About East Washington Branch Library

Dedicated November 14, 1911, the East Washington Library is the oldest building in constant use as a library in Marion County.  It was the first of five branches constructed with a $120,000 construction grant from the Andrew Carnegie Foundation in 1909.  In recognition, the Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indianapolis presented the Library in 2002 with an Historic Preservation Award for Continued Use.

The architectural highlight of the building is two book gnome sculptures that perch above the front entry. Additional features include the original oak woodwork, circulation desk and two fireplaces. In 1978, a complete renovation and remodeling of the branch was undertaken. The project took almost a year and cost $200,000. During 2003-04, the 6,800 square-foot branch was recarpeted and the metal front doors were replaced by custom oak doors modeled from those original to the building.

Branch Amenities & Services

Available at this Branch Public Computers with Internet access, Microsoft Office and printing services. Available at this Branch Free Wireless Internet Access
Not Available at this Branch Internet Access Setup for Laptops (Hotseats) Available at this Branch Copy Machine(s)
Not Available at this Branch Notary Available at this Branch Meeting Room(s) Available for Public Reservation
Not Available at this Branch Typewriter Not Available at this Branch Fax Machine
Not Available at this Branch Self-service Checkout Available at this Branch Credit Cards Accepted for Fee Payment

Other Amenities & Services:

Please not that the East Washington Branch Library currently has no wheelchair ramp or elevator. 12 public internet PCs available for 45 minute sessions. Daily usage is capped at 2 hours for library card holders and 1 hour for guests.