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Announcement The Northwood branch will be reopening to the public after facility improvements on Monday, July 28.

Announcement The Pennsylvania Avenue Branch is operating on a reduced schedule with limited services 10 am–4 pm until further notice due to a facilities maintenance issue.

Location Closure The Brooklyn, Forest Park, Govans, Hamilton, Herring Run, Northwood, Reisterstown Road, and Washington Village branches are closed for facility improvements. Learn more here.

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About Us

Our mission is to empower, enrich, and enhance the quality of life for all through equitable access to information, services, and opportunity.

Our Leadership
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Chad Helton

Our Leadership

Learn more about the Pratt Library leadership team and Boards of Trustees and Directors.

Annual Report
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FY24 Annual Report

Annual Report

See how the Pratt has centered work around our strategic plan in our FY24 annual report.

Strategic Plan
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Strategic Plan

Browse our strategic plan to learn more about the Library's priorities and progress towards our goals.

Closures & Renovations
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Closures & Renovations

Stay up-to-date on the Pratt's scheduled closures and ongoing facility improvements.

Our History
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Our History

The Enoch Pratt Free Library is one of the oldest free public library systems in the United States.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

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

Digital Access
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Digital Access

From computers and tablets to online school resources and internet access, we have free tools and knowledge to help you reach your goals.

Pratt Publications
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Pratt Publications

Stay up to date with the Pratt! Find PDF versions of the Compass and other publications online.

Press
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Press

Stay up to date with the latest press releases from the Pratt Library.

Requests for Proposals
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Requests for Proposals

Learn more about Requests for Proposals (RFP) issued by the Enoch Pratt Free Library.

Policies
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Policies

In an effort to keep our libraries safe and enjoyable for all, we ask library customers to read and follow these policies.

Assistive Technology & Accessibility
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Assistive Technology & Accessibility

Learn more about accessibility services online and at Pratt Library locations.

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“I can't overstate how important the library system has been to my growth and well being over the last five decades. A wealth of resources available without needing to be rich.”

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