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
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
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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