West Town
About This Library
The new West Town Branch, located on the ground floor of the historic Goldblatt's Building at 1625 W. Chicago Avenue, replaces two smaller storefront branch libraries.
The building that houses the library was designed by Architect Alfred S. Alshuler and was constructed between 1921 and 1928. It was the site of the original Goldblatt's Department Store and in 1998 was designated a Chicago Landmark. At the urging of local preservationists and Mayor Daley, the building was purchased and renovated by the City of Chicago in 1998, and the first floor was renovated for the Library's use in 2010. In addition to the West Town Branch, the building is also home to other City agencies, including the Department of General Services, the Department of Family and Support Services and its West Town Senior Satelite Center, operated by Sinai Health System.