Framingham Public Library

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Official Website: Framingham Public Library
Location: 49 Lexington St., Framingham, MA, 01702 map
Phone:508-879-3570
Cost: Free

Others to Consider: Natick Morse Institute Library, Merrimac Public Library, Arlington Fox Branch Library, Fitchburg Library, Sudbury Goodnow Library

The Framingham library system consists of two branches--the Main Library in downtown Framingham, and the McAuliffe Branch in Saxonville.

The library's 282,800 materials include 237,000 books, 20,639 tapes and CDs, and 16,700 videos and DVDs. They hold subcriptions to over 470 magazines and newspapers.

CDs, Videos & DVDs
The Main Library has an enormous selection of video & DVDs to choose from. Many are free and can be taken out for a period of one week. They also feature newer titles that can be taken out as a rental for just $1 for a one week period. In addition, you can borrow from their extensive CD and Audio Book sections.

Children's Section:
The large children's section is located downstairs in the Main Library and has a wonderful play area in the back corner, and lots of colorful tables & chairs for children to sit and read books. They have an extensive child video selection as well.

Hours:
Main Library :
Monday - Thursday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
*Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday (September-June) 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
**Sunday (October-April) 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

McAuliffe Branch:
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (July-Aug)
(The McAuliffe Branch is closed Fridays September through June).
Saturday - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Sept. - June)
Sunday - closed

Directions to Main Library:
From the Greater Boston Area proceed West on the Mass. Pike to Exit 13. After paying the toll, bear right on Rte. 30 Westbound. At your 5th traffic light, turn left on Rte. 126 South. At your 4th traffic light, turn right on to Lincoln Street. This is just past a Dunkin Donuts shop. Take your first left onto Pearl St. The library is on your right. Proceed around the block by making two right turns and our free parking garage is on your right.
There is a free parking garage located adjacent to the Lexington Street entrance.

Framingham Main Branch Library
49 Lexington Street
Framingham, Massachusetts 01702
508-879-3570
TTY: 508-872-2775

Framingham McCauliffe Branch:
10 Nicholas Road
Framingham, MA 01701
508-877-3636

There is ample free parking curbside, and in the neighboring shopping center.