The main branch of the Chicago Public Library boasts nine floors of books, computer labs, meeting rooms and more. Head up to the ninth floor to see art displayed in the library's exhibit space or view the small Harold Washington museum, where memorabilia related to the building's namesake is collected. The library also includes one of the city's first Maker Labs, where 3D printers can be used during open lab hours.
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- Address
- 400 S State St
- Chicago
- Cross street:
- at Van Buren St
- Transport:
- El stop: Blue to Jackson; Brown, Orange, Pink, Purple (rush hrs) to Library; Red to Jackson. Bus: 1, 2, 6, 7, 10.Train: Elec Main to Van Buren St.
- Opening hours:
- Mon–Thu 9am–9pm; Fri, Sat 9am–5pm; Sun 1–5pm
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