About the South Boston Branch
Special Features
- Many World languages, including a unique collection of adult and children's books in Irish
- A set of historical Boston maps on select tables and on the floor of the branch
- Walled courtyard with a garden space
History
- The South Boston Branch first opened in April 1872 in the Masonic building at 372 West Broadway, the second branch library established in the United States.
- In 1948, the branch closed when the Masonic building was sold and was reopened in June 1950 in a storefront at 385-8 West Broadway until it was destroyed by fire in May 1957.
- The present location opened on October 31, 1957, consolidating the City Point Branch and the South Boston Branch.
Events at South Boston
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Jan31
The Films of Dana Andrews Series: Three Hours to Kill (1954)
Jan 31st | 1:00pm - 2:30pm -
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