📜 Home to over 40,000 volumes of poetry, this library is the only one in the Midwest solely dedicated to the art. 🔍 Established by the Poetry Foundation in 1912, it offers a space for all to experience and share poetry. # Why Go 📚 Explore a vast collection of modern and contemporary poetry 📖 Discover rare editions and inscribed books 🎧 Listen to audio recordings of poets 🎧 Enjoy reading rooms, listening booths, and a children's section 🎨 Discover free public events and exhibitions ♿ Fully accessible facilities for all visitors # Why Avoid 🚫 Books do not circulate, for in-library use only 📝 Special collections require advance appointment 🚫 No food in library 🤫 Quiet environment, not for loud groups # Tips 👥 Groups over 10 must register in advance 🅿️ Discounted parking available at 1 W. Superior St. (use code PF) 🥤 Sealed non-alcoholic beverages allowed, no food 👶 Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult 🗓️ Check website for events and extended hours # Cost 💰 Free admission to the library and all public events. # Hours 🕒 Wednesday, Friday, Saturday: 11 AM–5 PM Thursday: 11 AM–6 PM Closed Sunday, Monday, Tuesday. # 🅿️ Parking Discounted parking at 1 W. Superior St. (InterPark) with code PF. Metered street parking available nearby. # ♿ Accessibility Ramp access on Dearborn St. All public spaces and all-gender restroom are accessible on ground level.