Beverly Branch — Chicago Public Library

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Beverly Branch — Chicago Public Library

Opened June 8, 2009 with LEED-certified sustainable construction, cathedral ceilings, and public artworks by four Chicago artists, Beverly Branch serves the Beverly Hills and Morgan Park communities on Chicago's far southwest lakefront plateau.

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🕑 Library Hours

Monday 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Thursday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.

📍 Location, Contact & Directions

Address: 1962 West 95th Street, CHICAGO, IL 60643

Phone: (312) 747-9673

Website: chipublib.org

Plus Code: 86HJP8CH+F4 (CHICAGO, IL)

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📖 About Beverly Branch — Chicago Public Library

Beverly Branch opened June 8, 2009 as part of Chicago Public Library's next-generation building program, achieving LEED Green Building certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. Cathedral ceilings and clerestory windows bring generous natural light into the reading and children's areas. Four public artworks funded through Chicago's Percent for Art Ordinance furnish the space: a bronze sculpture by Virginia Ferrari, oil paintings by Tim Anderson, and archival prints by Brian Ritchard and Cecil McDonald Jr. The branch anchors library service for the Beverly Hills and Morgan Park communities — two of Chicago's greenest and most architecturally distinctive Far South Side neighborhoods, known for their Prairie and Victorian-era homes. Teacher in the Library certified homework help (Mon & Wed 3–6 PM) and STEAM programming round out its offerings.

⭐ What makes this library special

  • LEED-certified sustainable building with cathedral ceilings and clerestory windows, opened June 8, 2009
  • Four Percent for Art Ordinance works: bronze sculpture (Virginia Ferrari), oil paintings (Tim Anderson), archival prints (Ritchard & McDonald Jr.)
  • Teacher in the Library certified homework help (Mon & Wed 3–6 PM)
  • STEAM and arts programming for youth
  • Teen Advisory Board
  • Meeting room available for community groups by reservation

📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card

Beverly cardholders stream, download, and research free through CPL's digital apps and Illinois's statewide IRIS program:

&📚 Libby / OverDrive — eBooks & AudiobooksBorrow thousands of eBooks and audiobooks free with your CPL card at chipublib.overdrive.com
&🎬 Hoopla — Stream Music, Comics & VideoUnlimited streaming of audiobooks, music, comics, and films at hoopladigital.com with your CPL card
&📊 IRIS — Illinois Reliable Information SourcesFree statewide databases launched June 2026 for all Illinois residents — news, academic journals, and more via the Illinois State Library

📚 Services

  • Free public computers (close 10 min before building)
  • Wi-Fi throughout the building
  • After-hours book return
  • Scanner
  • Meeting room reservation
  • City Bill Payment Kiosk
  • Accessible parking (1 space)
  • Two ADA computer workstations (24-in monitor, oversize keyboard, trackball)

🎸 Programs

  • Teacher in the Library certified homework help (Mon & Wed 3–6 PM)
  • Story Time for young children
  • Teen Advisory Board
  • STEAM and arts programming
  • Sensory activities
  • Mental health and social services referrals
  • Digital learning classes

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What communities does Beverly Branch serve?

Beverly Branch serves the Beverly Hills and Morgan Park communities on Chicago's Far South Side — two of the city's most distinctive neighborhoods, known for their intact Victorian and Prairie-style architecture and tree-lined streets on the Blue Island Ridge.

Is Beverly Branch eco-friendly?

Yes. The branch opened in 2009 as a LEED-certified building constructed to U.S. Green Building Council sustainability standards, featuring cathedral ceilings and clerestory windows that maximize natural daylighting and reduce energy use.

Does Beverly Branch offer homework help?

Yes. Teacher in the Library brings CPL-certified teachers to Beverly Branch on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3 to 6 PM for free one-on-one and small-group homework assistance for students of all grade levels.

What artwork is inside Beverly Branch?

The branch displays four public artworks funded through Chicago's Percent for Art Ordinance: a bronze sculpture by Virginia Ferrari, oil paintings by Tim Anderson, and archival photographic prints by Brian Ritchard and Cecil McDonald Jr.

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✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in September 2026.

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