Boston Public Library offers all the spooky season fun, combining family-friendly events with insights into local history and practical safety for Halloween.
More Than Just Books │All the Things the Boston Public Library Has to Offer
The Boston Public Library has more to offer than just books. Check out the household items, online resources, and experiences you can take advantage of.
Get Active with BPL│Yoga, Tai Chi, and More
Across the system, BPL offers community spaces for movement, health, and vitality.
Magazine Research at the BPL
Magazines can show how popular media covered a particular historical moment or era. Learn about how to access popular magazines at the BPL in this blog post.
The Ancient Graves of Boston
Boston is home to some of the oldest cemeteries in the U.S. Take a look at some of the oldest and most visually interesting gravestones.
A Dan Wasserman Exhibition │Jamaica Plain Branch Highlight
Dan Wasserman's Face to Face is the current exhibition of the 2026 rotating art series, bringing together spontaneous watercolor portraits.
From Print to Picture: Banned Books and Their Adaptations
In this blog post, see our list of frequently challenged books and their adaptations, available through the BPL. Click on the title to find it at a branch near you. For more information on Banned Books, visit ala.org/bbooks.
Queer Lit Review: October 2026
Hello and welcome to the October 2026 edition of the Queer Lit Review! This month, we have two girls falling in love in 1954 America; sapphic love between women who encounter Dracula in 1884; and a fallen god falling in love with a florist.
Dolly
The recent death of Dolly Parton united our country in grief; Dolly was beloved by all and attracted fans who came to know her through her musical talent, her film career, Dollywood Parks & Resorts, and her generous spirit. Dolly’s love for humanity was demonstrated in tangible ways, including financial support for research that contributed to the development of the COVID vaccine and the creation of the Imagination Library, an early literacy program that has impacted children in five countries so far.
All the Library’s a Stage: Exploring Shakespeare at the BPL
In October, the BPL will be partnering with Commonwealth Shakespeare to perform famous Shakespearean scenes across the Central Library. But Shakespeare at the BPL doesn't have to start—or stop—there. There are so many ways to interact with the Bard through the Boston Public Library!
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