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Holiday Closing All Pratt Library locations will be closed early Wednesday, December 31 at 5 pm, and closed Thursday, January 1 in observance of New Year's Day.

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Light Street

Open now; Closing at 8:00 PM

1251 Light Street
Baltimore, MD 21230

Map & Directions  |  Parking & Public Transit

phone: (410) 396‑1096
email: LGH@prattlibrary.org

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Parking & Public Transit

Parking

Street parking, ADA-accessible parking spot, and bike parking available. There is a public parking garage nearby.

Bus

67, Silver

Charm City Circulator

Purple

Metro SubwayLink

Charles Center

Light RailLink

Hamburg Street

For more public transportation information, visit the Maryland Transit Administration.

Day Opens   Closes
Monday 10:00 AM — 8:00 PM
Tuesday 10:00 AM — 5:30 PM
Wednesday 10:00 AM — 5:30 PM
Thursday 10:00 AM — 8:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Sunday CLOSED
Holiday Closing Schedule
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Holidays & Early Closings

All Pratt Library locations will be closed on the following days:

New Year's Eve Wednesday, December 31, 2025 : closing at 5:00 PM
New Year's Day Thursday, January 1, 2026
Martin Luther King Day Monday, January 19, 2026
Presidents’ Day Monday, February 16, 2026
Good Friday Friday, April 3, 2026
Memorial Day Monday, May 25, 2026
Juneteenth Friday, June 19, 2026
Independence Day Saturday, July 4, 2026
Labor Day Monday, September 7, 2026
Indigenous Peoples’ Day Monday, October 12, 2026
Veterans Day Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Thanksgiving Eve Wednesday, November 25, 2026 : closing at 5:00 PM
Thanksgiving Day Thursday, November 26, 2026
Christmas Eve Thursday, December 24, 2026 : closing at 5:00 PM
Christmas Day Friday, December 25, 2026
New Year's Eve Thursday, December 31, 2026 : closing at 5:00 PM
New Year's Day Friday, January 1, 2027
Light Street Branch
Light Street front steps, doors, and sign
Light Street inside - bookshelves, soft chairs
Light Street busy room with computers
Light Street children's area
Light Street meeting room - 3 tables in a C shape and a projection screen

Located in the heart of Federal Hill just blocks from the Cross Street Market, the Light Street Branch serves South Baltimore communities including Federal Hill, Locust Point, Otterbein, and Sharp-Leadenhall.

The Light Street branch was opened February 27, 1886. The original building was closed in 1971, and a replacement building was opened that same year at Light and Ostend streets. Read more Pratt location history.

Upcoming Events

Baby & Toddler Storytime Wednesday – Dec 31 10:30 AM
Baby & Toddler Storytime Light Street Program Details
Program Details
Preschool Storytime Wednesday – Dec 31 11:30 AM
Preschool Storytime Light Street Program Details
Program Details
Read With Pride: Hijab Butch Blues by Lamya H Saturday – Jan 3 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Read With Pride: Hijab Butch Blues by Lamya H Light Street Program Details
Program Details
Baby & Toddler Storytime Wednesday – Jan 7 10:30 AM
Baby & Toddler Storytime Light Street Program Details
Program Details
Preschool Storytime Wednesday – Jan 7 11:30 AM
Preschool Storytime Light Street Program Details
Program Details
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Features & Services

  1. ADA accessible entrance
  2. Free Wi-Fi
  3. Computers for public use
  4. Photocopier and printing services
  5. Children and Teen sections
  6. Job and Career assistance
  7. Events and programs for all ages
Community & Meeting Rooms

Reserve a room at the Light Street Branch for your next meeting or community event.

Learn More

“The staff are always helpful and friendly. I appreciate that books can be sent to my branch for pickup and also appreciate the activities they organize.”

Alisha H, Light Street

“I love reading and using the library, it always feels like a privilege. I feel lucky to be in walking distance”

Himani S. – Light Street Branch

“Really good hours, safe entry, friendly staff, and you always have the book I need. I love how friendly the space is.”

Heather P. –Light Street

“I attend the live concerts and other events at the Light Street Branch, the staff there is wonderful.”

Jane S. —Light Street Branch

“Best public library system ever, and I love my branch.”

Valerie S. –Light Street