Franklin Public Library
🏢 Milwaukee County Federated Library System · Franklin, Wisconsin
Franklin Public Library
Franklin Public Library has served the City of Franklin — a Milwaukee County suburb of 36,000 — since opening at its current West Loomis Road home in 2002, with 2027 marking its 25th anniversary at that location. Part of the Milwaukee County Federated Library System, it pairs a full-service public library with a CreateSpace makerspace for hands-on STEAM and 3D printing projects.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9am–8pm |
| Tuesday | 9am–8pm |
| Wednesday | 9am–8pm |
| Thursday | 9am–8pm |
| Friday | 9am–5pm |
| Saturday | 9am–4pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 9151 W. Loomis Rd., Franklin, WI 53132
Phone: (414) 425-8214
Website: franklinpubliclibrary.org
Plus Code: 86JHWX2C+JQ (Franklin, WI)
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📖 About Franklin Public Library
Franklin Public Library is the public library of the City of Franklin, a growing Milwaukee County suburb in southeastern Wisconsin. The library opened at 9151 West Loomis Road in 2002 and will celebrate 25 years at that address in 2027. It belongs to the Milwaukee County Federated Library System (MCFLS), giving cardholders access to the combined CountyCat catalog of all MCFLS member libraries and home delivery options for holds. The library's CreateSpace makerspace offers scheduled sessions for 3D printing, STEAM activities, and hands-on creation projects for teens and adults. Online printing, meeting room reservations, and curbside pickup for holds add convenience for working families. The children's section hosts Waddlers & Walkers (infants 0–23 months) and Tinker Time STEAM play, while teens can join the Teen Advisory Board and after-school homework resources.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Open Monday through Thursday until 8 p.m. for after-school and after-work visits
- CreateSpace makerspace on-site with 3D printing and STEAM activity sessions for teens and adults
- Part of the Milwaukee County Federated Library System (MCFLS) — CountyCat catalog gives access to all member libraries with one card
- Waddlers & Walkers infant program and Tinker Time STEAM play for young children
- Celebrating 25 years at 9151 West Loomis Road in 2027 — a community anchor for south Milwaukee County
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Franklin cardholders can read, stream, and learn free through Wisconsin's digital collections:
📚 Services
- CreateSpace makerspace with 3D printer and STEAM equipment (scheduled sessions)
- Online and in-library printing
- Curbside pickup for holds on demand
- Online library card registration and renewal
- Meeting room reservations
- Public computers & free Wi-Fi
- Interlibrary loan through MCFLS CountyCat
- 24-hour phone renewal line: (414) 277-0183
- Reference and reader's advisory assistance
🎸 Programs
- Waddlers & Walkers — storytime and play for infants 0–23 months
- Tinker Time — STEAM play and activities for young children
- Teen Advisory Board
- Movie matinees and author events
- Summer reading program
- Homework help resources for kids and teens
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CreateSpace makerspace at Franklin Public Library?
CreateSpace is Franklin Public Library's hands-on makerspace, offering scheduled sessions for 3D printing, STEAM projects, and creative making activities. Hours vary: Monday and Thursday 4–7 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday 9 a.m.–3 p.m., and Friday 9 a.m.–4 p.m. No appointment needed during open hours; 3D print requests can also be submitted via an online form.
What is the Milwaukee County Federated Library System (MCFLS) and why does it matter?
MCFLS is the shared library cooperative serving Milwaukee County's public libraries through the CountyCat unified catalog. Your Franklin library card gives you borrowing privileges at all MCFLS member libraries, and you can pick up holds at any participating location — significantly expanding the collection available to you.
Is Franklin Public Library open on weekends?
Yes — the library is open Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It is closed on Sundays. Weekday hours run Monday through Thursday 9 a.m.–8 p.m. and Friday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
What is BadgerLink and do I need a card to use it?
BadgerLink is Wisconsin's statewide digital library, providing free access to thousands of newspapers, academic journals, and research databases for Wisconsin residents. You can use many BadgerLink resources from home with your Franklin Public Library card as authentication.
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