Brightwood Branch Library is located in the heart of the Brightwood section of Springfield. The library is situated in the Chestnut Accelerated Middle School building across the street from the Benjamin Ramos Health Center. Through its Collections and Services, the Brightwood Branch Library provides for the informational, educational, and leisure needs of the community.
Springfield Library Foundation to Raise Funds for New Library
$2 Million “Promise Realized” Capital Campaign Launching in September
Opened in 1909 the Indian Orchard branch of the Springfield City Library, located at 44 Oak Street, is an Andrew Carnegie Library. It is currently listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Originally the Winchester Square Library the Mason Square Library, located at 765 State Street, was renamed in honor of Primus Mason, Springfield’s first black philanthropist.
The address, contact information, open and closing hours, and a list of observed holidays for all of Springfield City Library’s branch locations.
Highly trained librarians are always available and eager to assist you to: identify appropriate sources for your research or factual queries; guide you in the use of our computers and the library’s online catalog; or help you to find a “good book” to read.
Contact information for Springfield City Library’s Central Library for branch information please visit our Locations and Hours page.
The East Forest Park Library, one of the busiest branch locations in Springfield, will soon have a new home. Visit our Promise Realized campaign page for more information about our plans for the future.
Printing in black and white is available at all Springfield City Library locations. Please check your local branch library for specific details.
Resources for teens from educational and job opportunities to health and safety information.