Children's Department
1901 Vine Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-686-5369
Open today until 5:00 p.m.
| Sunday | 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| 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. – 7:00 p.m. |
| Friday | 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
| Saturday | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
Upcoming Closures
- Mon., Sep. 3 : Closed Labor Day
- Mon., Oct. 8 : Closed Columbus Day
- Sun., Nov. 11 : Closed Veterans Day
- Thu., Nov. 22 : Closed Thanksgiving Day
- Tue., Dec. 25 : Closed Christmas Day
Facilities
- Baby changing station
- Children's only restroom
- Electrical outlets available
- Photocopier (black/white)
- Printing (black/white)
- Wireless internet access (wi/fi)
Upcoming Events
Baby & Toddler Story Time
Mon, Aug 20, 11:00 A.M.
Books, songs, rhymes and bounces for children (birth to 23 months) and their caregivers!. Monday at 11 a.m. Parkway Central Library…
Preschool Storytime!
Tue, Aug 21, 11:00 A.M.
Stories, songs and movement activities for children ages 2 - 5 and their caregivers. Younger siblings are always welcome. Free; no…
Summer Sketch Club
Thu, Aug 23, 4:00 P.M.
Learn to sketch with Ms.Melissa! Thursday, 4:00-4:45 PM. Recommended for ages 6-12. Call 215-686-5369 for more…
Fun in the Sun!
Fri, Aug 24, 4:00 P.M.
Step outside the 20th Street entrance for fun outdoor activities - in the sun and the shade! Sunscreen provided; all ages. Parkway Central…
Wooden Block Party!
Sat, Aug 25, 11:00 A.M.
Join us in the CCD Story Hour Room for fun with big wooden blocks. What will you build? This is program is recommended for children of…
Baby & Toddler Story Time
Mon, Aug 27, 11:00 A.M.
Books, songs, rhymes and bounces for children (birth to 23 months) and their caregivers!. Monday at 11 a.m. Parkway Central Library…
The Central Library Children's Department represents the largest collection of children's books and special materials in the Delaware Valley. Special collections and services include children's books in 55 languages and the Marilyn Klein Preschool Center featuring furniture specially designed for toddlers.