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Garfield Park

2502 Shelby Street
Indianapolis, IN 46203

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Garfield Park Hours

Mon - Tue 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Wed- Fri 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sun Closed
Garfield Park

What was known as the Shelby Branch began in 1918 when the library was housed in old School No. 34. A new branch was constructed in 1965 at the current Shelby Street location. Following a major renovation, the branch reopened in 2011 as the Garfield Park Branch, reflecting the desire of residents to refer to the branch by their beloved and adjacent Garfield Park.

Amenities & Services
Internet Access
  • Public computers with Microsoft Office
  • Early learning computer stations
  • Free Wi-Fi

Accessible Workstation

Self-Services
Outgoing Fax
Exam Proctoring
Bike Rack
Walk-Up Book Return
Story Time Garden
Seed Library
  • Open for seed checkout during regular library hours (March-October)
Upcoming Events at Garfield Park
Art Adventures with Mr. Jeremy

Art Adventures with Mr. Jeremy

Garfield Park Branch

Make tissue paper flowers with Mr. Jeremy and watch your child's creativity bloom! This hands-on program with Jeremy South of Ripple Mobile Arts will foster artistic expression, fine motor skills, and a deeper connection to the beauty of nature.

Adult Walking Club: The "Garfield Gaiters"

Adult Walking Club: The "Garfield Gaiters"

Garfield Park Branch

Adults ages 55+ are invited to a planned walk from the Garfield Park Branch using trails throughout the park and nearby neighborhoods. These twice monthly walks will last approximately 45 minutes. A signed Liability Waiver will be required.

Young Scientists

Young Scientists

Garfield Park Branch

Children ages six to ten are invited to learn about topics in science, technology, engineering, and math through fun and interactive activities.

Branch Manager
Alexandria  Oberhaus

Alexandria Oberhaus

Hi, I'm Alexandria Oberhaus, Branch Manager for Garfield Park. Some of my favorite authors include Malcolm Gladwell, Isabel Allende, and Sylvia Moreno-Garcia. My current favorite genre is magical realism. I hope you’ll visit our location soon. For questions or comments, please feel free to contact me. I can help in both English and Spanish.

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