Wrightwood-Ashburn Branch
🏢 Chicago Public Library — Chicago, Illinois
Wrightwood-Ashburn Branch
The Wrightwood-Ashburn Branch anchors a predominantly African American, middle-class Southwest Side community — a neighborhood recognized as the first section of Ashburn to racially integrate — providing after-school homework help three afternoons a week.
🕑 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: 8530 S. Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60652
Phone: 3127472696
Website: chipublib.org
📖 About Wrightwood-Ashburn Branch
The Wrightwood-Ashburn Branch is located on South Kedzie Avenue in the Wrightwood neighborhood within the greater Ashburn community area on Chicago's Southwest Side. Wrightwood holds the distinction of being the first part of Ashburn to racially integrate, and today the surrounding area is a predominantly African American middle-class community. The branch features an on-site parking lot with two accessible spaces on the south side of the building, a meeting room available for public reservation, and the Teacher in the Library program running Tuesday through Thursday from 3–6 PM.
⭐ What makes this branch special
- Teacher in the Library homework help program every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 3–6 PM
- On-site parking lot with two accessible spaces on the south side of the building
- Meeting room available for community and civic group reservations
- Regular community programming including film screenings, music performances, and chess instruction
- Two ADA workstations with 24-inch monitors, oversize keyboards, and trackball mice
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Teacher in the Library program offered at Wrightwood-Ashburn?
The Teacher in the Library homework help program at Wrightwood-Ashburn runs Tuesday through Thursday from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, providing certified-educator support for students of all ages.
Is there parking at the Wrightwood-Ashburn Branch?
Yes. The branch has its own parking lot with two accessible spaces located on the south side of the building.
Can community groups reserve the meeting room at Wrightwood-Ashburn?
Yes. The Wrightwood-Ashburn Branch has a meeting room that can be reserved by community members and organizations. Contact the branch at (312) 747-2696 or through chipublib.org to inquire about availability and booking.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.