Rudy Lozano Branch
🏢 Chicago Public Library — Chicago, Illinois
Rudy Lozano Branch
Named for Rudy Lozano — the Pilsen labor organizer and immigrant-rights activist shot in 1983 at age 31 — this branch on South Loomis stands in the heart of Chicago's Mexican-American cultural corridor, carrying forward his legacy of community empowerment.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10 AM – 6 PM |
| Tuesday | 12 PM – 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM – 6 PM |
| Thursday | 12 PM – 8 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Sunday | 1 PM – 5 PM |
Hours may vary on holidays.
📍 Location & Contact
Address: 1805 South Loomis Street, Chicago, IL 60608
Phone: 3127464329
Website: chipublib.org
📖 About Rudy Lozano Branch
Rudy Lozano (1951–1983) grew up in Pilsen after his family relocated from Harlingen, Texas, and went on to organize low-wage immigrant garment workers for the ILGWU while mobilizing Latino voters in the campaign that elected Harold Washington as Chicago's first African-American mayor. He was shot in his home on June 8, 1983, and is remembered as a pivotal figure in both the labor and Latino civil-rights movements. The branch named in his honor serves the Lower West Side, home to one of the most vibrant Mexican-American communities in the Midwest. On-site resources include a seed library for gardeners, a Citizenship Corner with naturalization resources, and bilingual homework help through the Teacher in the Library program.
⭐ What makes this branch special
- Namesake Rudy Lozano was a Chicago labor and immigrant-rights organizer whose voter mobilization helped elect Mayor Harold Washington in 1983
- Seed library available for patrons to borrow vegetable and flower seeds for home gardens
- Citizenship Corner with resources to help residents navigate the naturalization process
- Teacher in the Library program offers certified homework help in English and Spanish
- YOUmedia digital learning program for teens with hands-on technology workshops
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Rudy Lozano, and why is this branch named after him?
Rudy Lozano (1951–1983) was a Pilsen-based labor organizer and immigrant-rights activist who led garment-worker campaigns for the ILGWU and helped mobilize Latino voters for Harold Washington's historic 1983 mayoral win. He was shot in his home that same year at age 31. CPL named this South Loomis branch in his honor to recognize his legacy in the surrounding community.
Does the Lozano Branch have resources for immigrants seeking citizenship?
Yes. The branch has a dedicated Citizenship Corner with materials and tools to help residents understand the naturalization process, and staff can point you to additional immigration-related resources.
Can I borrow seeds from the Lozano Branch?
Yes. The branch operates a seed library where cardholders can check out packets of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds to grow at home, then return or donate seeds at the end of the season.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.