Sherman Park Branch
🏢 Chicago Public Library — Chicago, Illinois
Sherman Park Branch
Sherman Park Branch serves one of Chicago's South Side neighborhoods that shares its name with the 60-acre park at its center — a community-anchored branch that lends everything from fishing poles to WiFi hotspots and provides one-on-one Digital Navigator tutoring for residents navigating technology for the first time.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 12 PM – 8 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM – 6 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 PM – 8 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM – 6 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Sunday | 1 PM – 5 PM |
Hours may vary on holidays.
📍 Location & Contact
Address: 5440 South Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609
Phone: 3127470477
Website: chipublib.org
📖 About Sherman Park Branch
Sherman Park Branch is located at 5440 S. Racine Avenue in the Sherman Park community area, a South Side neighborhood named after the Sherman Park green space that anchors the district. The branch offers a notably practical Library of Things collection that includes fishing poles — a direct nod to the park and recreational character of the surrounding area. Street parking is available around the branch; the building has ADA-compliant restrooms and water fountains. A City Bill Payment Kiosk on-site allows residents to pay municipal bills during library hours, adding a civic convenience for the surrounding community.
⭐ What makes this branch special
- Library of Things collection includes fishing poles, reflecting the branch's proximity to Sherman Park's recreational green space
- City Bill Payment Kiosk on-site — one of a handful of CPL branches where residents can pay municipal bills during library hours
- Internet to Go WiFi lending lets patrons check out portable hotspot devices to use at home
- Digital Navigator program offers free one-on-one computer tutoring by appointment for adults learning technology basics
- After-hours book return, bike rack, scanner, computers, and WiFi with ADA-compliant restrooms and water fountain
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I borrow a WiFi hotspot from Sherman Park Branch?
Yes. Sherman Park Branch participates in CPL's Internet to Go program, which lends portable WiFi hotspot devices that cardholders can take home. This is especially useful for residents without reliable home internet access. Ask at the circulation desk for availability.
What unusual items does the Library of Things have at Sherman Park Branch?
In addition to standard Library of Things items, Sherman Park Branch lends fishing poles — a practical nod to the neighborhood's namesake park and its outdoor recreational character. The branch also provides access to scanners, computers, and other equipment through its regular collections.
Does Sherman Park Branch have one-on-one computer help?
Yes. Digital Navigator sessions are available by appointment and provide up to an hour of personalized, one-on-one tutoring covering computer basics, internet navigation, job searching, and using CPL's digital resources. Contact the branch at (312) 747-0477 to schedule a session.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.