Make an appointment to check out library materials, print remotely, and borrow computer and internet devices with contactless pickup.
Central Library
Open now; Closing at 5:00 PM
phone:
(410) 396‑5430
email:
info@prattlibrary.org
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Parking & Public Transit
Parking
Metered street parking available.
Bus
51, 94, Blue, Green, Pink, Silver
Charm City Circulator
Purple - Stops 305 (N. Charles and Pleasant St.) or 306 (N. Charles and Hamilton St.)
See the Circulator's website for other routes, schedules and information.
Light Rail
Centre Street, Lexington Market
Metro Subway
Charles Center, Lexington Market
For more public transportation information, visit the Maryland Transit Administration.
| Day | Opens | Closes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 AM | — | 8:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM | — | 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM | — | 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM | — | 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM | — | 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM | — | 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
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Holidays & Early Closings
All Pratt Library locations will be closed on the following days:
| Martin Luther King Day | Monday, January 17, 2022 |
| Presidents’ Day | Monday, February 21, 2022 |
| Good Friday | Friday, April 15, 2022 |
| Memorial Day | Monday, May 30, 2022 |
| Juneteenth | Monday, June 20, 2022 |
| Independence Day | Monday, July 4, 2022 |
| Labor Day | Monday, September 5, 2022 |
| Indigenous Peoples’ Day | Monday, October 10, 2022 |
| Election Day | Tuesday, November 8, 2022 |
| Veterans Day | Friday, November 11, 2022 |
| Thanksgiving Eve | Wednesday, November 23, 2022 : closing at 5:00 PM |
| Thanksgiving Day | Thursday, November 24, 2022 |
| Christmas Day | Sunday, December 25, 2022 |
| Christmas Day (Observed) | Monday, December 26, 2022 |
The Central Library is located in the heart of Mount Vernon. With more than half a million visitors each year, the state-of-the-art renovations to the Central Library complement Pratt's significant print collection with the latest technologies, welcoming a vibrant future while preserving a cherished historic landmark.
The Central Library was designated the Maryland State Library Research Center (SLRC) by the General Assembly in 1971. This designation and accompanying State support allow all Maryland citizens to have access to a public library whose resources are unparalleled in the State.
Upcoming Events
Wednesday – Nov 30
4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Business Development with Truth to Power Central Library Program Details Program Details
Business Development with Truth to Power Central Library Program Details Program Details
Thursday – Dec 1
7:00 PM
Pratt Test Kitchen: Mary Beth Albright Central Library Program Details Program Details
Pratt Test Kitchen: Mary Beth Albright Central Library Program Details Program Details
Saturday – Dec 3
1:00 PM
Writers LIVE! Contributors to "The Greatest Story Never… Central Library Program Details Program Details
Writers LIVE! Contributors to "The Greatest Story Never… Central Library Program Details Program Details
Departments & Collections
Features & Services
- Sidewalk Service
- State Library Resource Center
- ADA/handicap accessible
- Free Wi-Fi
- Computers for public use
- Photocopier and printing services
- Children and Teen sections
- Job and Career assistance
- Events and programs for all ages
- Social Worker in the Library
- Lawyer in the Library
- Self check-out
Sidewalk Service Available
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