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Chicago Public Library's 150th AnniversaryChicago Public Library's 150th Anniversary

CPL turns 150 this year! Join us in celebrating 150 years of serving our communities.
CPL turns 150 this year! Join us in celebrating 150 years of serving our communities.

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Celebrate Chicago’s Polish Immigrant History

Chicago Public Library is celebrating Polish American Heritage Month in October in partnership with the Polish Museum of America.

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One Book, One Chicago

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Time Travel With CPL Photo Collections

Imagine time traveling through a small window. You can do that by looking at photos in Chicago Public Library's digital collections.

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Kids at CPL

Free Homework Help Available Every Day

Find answers to your questions at CPL. Use our free homework help resources in person and online.

Teens at CPL

Announcing Our ChiTeen Stories Photo Challenge Winners

We invited teens to participate in a photography competition that shows off their community. Here are the winners and their photos.

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CPL 150 Store

Shop the CPL 150 Store, with a portion of every sale going to the Chicago Public Library Foundation.

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