Business Resource and Innovation Center

1901 Vine Street, Ground Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Open today 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Sunday Closed
Monday 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Upcoming Closures

  • Mon., May. 26 : Closed Memorial Day
  • Thu., Jun. 19 : Closed Juneteenth
  • Fri., Jul. 4 : Closed Independence Day
  • Mon., Sep. 1 : Closed Labor Day
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Facilities

  • Computers for public use
  • Electrical outlets available
  • Handicapped accessible
  • Meeting space (reservation required)
  • Photocopier (black/white)
  • Printing (black/white)
  • Public restrooms
  • Scanner
  • Street parking (metered)
  • Street parking
  • Wireless internet access (wi/fi)

Upcoming Events

Resume Review with Dress For Success

Thu, May 1, 2025 12:30 P.M.

Need to refresh your resume? We're excited to partner with  Dress for Success Greater Philadelphia  to offer resume review services and job search assistance on the first Thursday of each month! Resume review will be offered on first-come, first-served basis. Get help from…

Headshots at the BRIC!

Thu, May 1, 2025 1:00 P.M.

Get a FREE headshot photo taken at the Business Resource and Innovation Center! Headshots are a unique service for entrepreneurs, nonprofit professionals, job seekers, and more.  Use your photo to enhance your professional portfolio and make your LinkedIn profile stand out among the…

Artist Business Round Table

Sat, May 3, 2025 1:00 P.M.

The round table is an open forum for artists to gather, collaborate, and share what has worked for them in selling their art. This is open to all artists, al mediums, and to any endeavors that might benefit the group. We will discuss a wide range of topics: From AI and it's impact, to the…

Inventing to Win with Award-Winning Inventor Andrea Rose

Sat, May 3, 2025 1:30 P.M.

The Free Library of Philadelphia's Business Resource and Innovation Center (BRIC) is thrilled to welcome the renowned award-winning inventor, author, entrepreneur and Philadelphia native  Andrea Rose . Join Andrea in this special in-person event, "Inventing to Win", for a day…

Whether you are an emerging entrepreneur or an established small business owner, the Business Resource and Innovation Center is here for you!

If you are running a successful company, thinking of growing your business, or just planning your first venture, start here! Dedicated to assisting the professionals of Greater Philadelphia in all stages of business growth, the BRIC offers a variety of resources to help fit the needs of the community. Are you looking to narrow down your target market? Find your ideal demographic? Identify and analyze your competition? We can help you do that!

Questions? Visit our website or email us at bric@freelibrary.org