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At the Enoch Pratt Free Library you can go beyond books with computer access, mobile library services, meeting room reservations, and more.

Visiting & Using the Library

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Book a Librarian

Book a free 60 minute appointment, in-person, by phone, or on video chat to learn from a subject specialist librarian.

Live Chat with a Librarian
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Live Chat with a Librarian

Have a question? Live chat with a Pratt librarian for help finding books and materials, research guidance, and more!

Marina Interlibrary Loan
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Marina Interlibrary Loan

Search public libraries across Maryland for books, articles, and other materials.

Community & Meeting Rooms
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Community & Meeting Rooms

Reserve a Pratt Library room for your meeting, book club, or other community event.

Books by Mail
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Books by Mail

Baltimore City residents of all ages who are unable to visit the library due to a permanent or temporary disability can request books and other library materials to be sent via mail.

Assistive Technology & Accessibility
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Assistive Technology & Accessibility

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

Community Assistance at the Pratt

Social Impact Programs
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Social Impact Programs

Community members can get free assistance from lawyers, social workers, nurses, recovery specialists, and more in Pratt locations.

Passport Services
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Passport Services

Need to apply for a passport? The Central Library accepts passport applications on behalf of the U.S. State Department.

Mobile Outreach Services
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Mobile Outreach Services

Pratt Library vehicles bring the Bookmobile, Mobile Job Center, and Community Wi-Fi to the Baltimore community.

Computers & Internet Access

On-Site Computer & Internet Access
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On-Site Computer & Internet Access

Enjoy free access to computers and the internet at all Pratt Library locations.

Computer & Internet Devices
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Computer & Internet Devices

With a Pratt Library card, you can borrow devices like Chromebooks, tablets, and mobile hotspots to get online from the comfort of your home.

Computer Training
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Computer Training

Learn computer basics, job and career computer skills, and more.

Copies, Printing, Scanning & Fax
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Copies, Printing, Scanning & Fax

Pratt Library locations are equipped with black and white and colors printers, copiers, and fax services.

Outdoor Wi-Fi
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Outdoor Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available outside of select Pratt Library branch buildings.

“Services provided are in abundance and access to books and activities are outstanding.”

Jeri P.

“The Pratt system not only has a great and easily accessible collection, but the system works to address inequities in our city through programs and other means.”

Katherine M.

“Nice people, great services for community, and great selection of books.”

Colleen K.

“The computer classes being made available for free to the public are a tremendous resource. The branch I'm currently taking classes in is easily accessible with parking.”

Kathryn B.

“I needed to find an obscure dissertation and I asked through the online chat. From start to finish, the staff were friendly, communicative and helpful.”

Molly R.