Parkway Central Library, Public library on Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, US.
The Parkway Central Library spans multiple floors with departments dedicated to art, literature, music, and specialized research collections.
Architect Julian Abele designed this Beaux-Arts building, which opened its doors to Philadelphia residents on June 2, 1927.
The Children's Department maintains books in over 50 languages, supporting literacy for Philadelphia's international communities.
The library operates Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, offering computer access, printing services, and material holds pickup.
The Culinary Literacy Center teaches cooking skills and nutrition education through hands-on kitchen programs for all ages.
Inception: June 2, 1927
Part of: Free Library of Philadelphia
Address: 1901 Vine StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19103
Website: https://libwww.freelibrary.org/locations/parkway-central-library
GPS coordinates: 39.95950,-75.17100
Latest update: March 6, 2025 04:14
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