Public Libraries

New Bedford Public Libraries

The New Bedford Free Public Library has many resources and services to offer, including free classes and events, museum passes, local archives, and historic collections.

See what the Main Library and Branches have to offer!

[1] Wilks Branch

1911 Acushnet Ave. | 508-991-6214

Mondays & Wednesdays: 10 AM – 6 PM

Tuesdays & Thursdays: 12 PM – 8 PM

Saturdays: 9 AM – 5 PM

Closed: Fridays, Sundays, & Holidays


[2] Lawler Branch

745 Rockdale Ave. | 508-991-6216

Mondays & Fridays: 10 AM – 6 PM

Tuesdays & Thursdays: 12 PM – 8 PM

Saturdays: 9 AM – 5 PM

Closed: Wednesdays, Sundays, & Holidays

Teen Room Available

[3] Main Library

613 Pleasant St. | 508-991-6275

Mondays-Thursdays: 9 AM – 9 PM

Fridays & Saturdays: 9 AM – 5 PM

Closed: Sundays & Holidays


[4] Casa Da Saudade Branch

58 Crapo St. | 508-991-6218

Mondays & Wednesdays: 10 AM – 6 PM

Tuesdays & Thursdays: 12 PM – 8 PM 

Saturdays: 9 AM – 5 PM

Closed: Fridays, Sundays, & Holidays


[5] Howland-Green Branch

3 Rodney French Blvd. | 508-991-6212

Mondays & Fridays: 10 AM – 6 PM

Tuesdays & Thursdays: 12 PM – 8 PM

Saturdays: 9 AM – 5 PM

Closed: Wednesdays, Sundays, & Holidays

Teen Room Available

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