The Pratt Stands with Our Community

The Enoch Pratt Free Library stands with our city and our community in the fight against systemic racism.

Sidewalk Service

A contact-free way to check out and pick up books & other materials from the Pratt Library.

Earn Your High School Diploma Online

City residents can apply for scholarships to earn their high school diploma entirely online.

Mobile Hotspots & Tablets to Borrow

Access to free Wi-Fi and portable computer tablets, available to reserve at Sidewalk Service locations.

Community Wi-Fi

Our mobile service brings free Wi-Fi access to Baltimore communities.

Drive-in Wi-Fi

We are providing free Drive-In Wi-Fi outside of select Pratt Library branch buildings.

Remote Printing

Order printing online, then schedule a sidewalk pickup or request a home mail delivery.

Books By Mail

Our mail delivery service option has expanded availability to all of our Baltimore City customers.

Summer Challenge

June 17–August 31, 2020: Participate in activities and reading challenges, with prizes for all ages.

Read to Reef Book Club for Kids

Read 5 aquatic books to earn 4 tickets to the National Aquarium! For kids up to fifth grade with a Pratt Library card.

eLibrary and Streaming Media

Borrow eBooks or audiobooks, movies and TV, digital magazines, and more for all ages.

Get Your eCard

Maryland residents get instant access to eBooks, audiobooks, streaming media, and databases.

Digital Student Resources

Find academic resources, chat with a live tutor, get homework help, and more with a Pratt Library card.

Help from Librarians

While our physical locations are closed, you can still contact us online or by phone.

Pratt Chat Blog

Books and media recommendations, articles by staff and more.

Virtual Computer Training

Advance your technology skills with Pratt Library computer classes, or schedule a one-on-one computer training session.

Free to Bmore Podcast

Conversation with leaders and innovators having a positive impact on Baltimore City.

Research Databases

Find digital newspaper or magazine articles, learn about history, build your business, practice a second language, or learn a new skill.

Library Closure Updates

To stay up-to-date with the news regarding our closure, visit our closure updates page.

For Teens

Zine & Comics Workshop Hangout

Join us for a workshop via Google Hangouts where you can learn how to make your own comics and zines! Only…

Today, 5:00 p.m.

Free Films

Film Fridays with Tom & Gillian

Film Fridays with Tom & Gillian provides a virtual community space facilitated by Enoch Pratt librarians…

Tomorrow, 12:00 p.m.

For Kids

Art You Can't Resist

Create a piece of art to place in your kitchen, family room, or give as a gift. Materials needed:…

Tomorrow, 4:00 p.m.

Discussions

Pratt Page-Turners Online Book Club

Join us for an online discussion of Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman. Meet Eleanor…

Saturday, 11:00 a.m.

For Adults

Container Gardening with a Baltimore City Master Gardener

Anything can be grown in a container from a violet to fig tree once you learn the basics. Urban living…

Saturday, 12:00 p.m.

For Families

Mandalas for All Ages

Learn about math concepts like patterns and geometry while making art. Materials needed: paper, pencils…

Monday, 4:00 p.m.

For Adults

Introduction to Computer Privacy

Learn the basics of computer privacy and security. Topics will include system privacy settings, web privacy…

Monday, 5:30 p.m.

Other

Virtual BiMonthly Meetups

BiMonthly now meets online! Join the Microsoft Teams virtual meeting using the following details: URL:…

Monday, 6:00 p.m.

For Kids

WombWork Productions: Common Threads

WombWork Productions is a social change performing arts company that aims to heal and empower Baltimore's…