Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Library
1935 Shunk Street
Philadelphia, PA 19145-4234
(20th & Shunk Sts.)
215-685-1755
Open today 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
| Thursday | 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. |
| Friday | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Saturday | 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
Upcoming Closures
- Thu., Dec. 12 : Open 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM Due to staff development.
- Tue., Dec. 24 : Open 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM preparation for holidays
- Wed., Dec. 25 : Closed Christmas Day
- Tue., Dec. 31 : Open 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM preparation for holidays
- Wed., Jan. 1 : Closed New Year's Day
Facilities
- Baby changing station
- Bicycle rack
- Book drop box
- Change machine
- Computers for public use
- Electrical outlets available
- Meeting space (reservation required)
- Photocopier (black/white)
- Printing (black/white)
- Public restrooms
- Street parking
- Street parking (free)
- Water fountain
- Wireless internet access (wi/fi)
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Thu, Dec 5, 4:30 P.M.
Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, Solstice-the holidays are here! Join us as we take a trip around the world to learn how different countries and…
Yoga for adults!
Thu, Dec 5, 6:30 P.M.
Wipe away the stress of the week and get your body and mind ready for a relaxing weekend. Decompress, unwind, and relax and start your weekend off…
Friends of the Donatucci Library presents Library Holiday Craft Bazaar
Sat, Dec 7, 11:00 A.M.
All spaces are first come, first served. For more information and to reserve your table, contact Mark Turner at 267-808-6103. For more…
Board Game Buddies
Sat, Dec 7, 12:30 P.M.
It's game time! All ages welcome to learn, play, and share!
Toddler Storytime
Mon, Dec 9, 10:30 A.M.
Join us for Toddler Storytime every Monday where we will explore exciting new worlds through stories, songs, and crafts. Toddlers must…
About
The Donatucci Branch (known as the Passyunk Branch until 2004) has been a vibrant and evolving institution since 1914. Situated at 20th and Shunk Streets, the library serves the neighborhoods of Girard Estate, Packer Park, Passyunk Homes, St. Richards, and West Passyunk.
History
On April 23, 2004, the Passyunk Branch was renamed the Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr. Branch in honor of the lifetime resident of South Philadelphia whose service to the community began in the 1930s and continued until his death in 1970. Mr. Donatucci held positions as the chairman and leader of the 26th Ward.
The Passyunk Library first opened its doors on April 14, 1914 on a tract of land received from the estate of Stephen Girard (1750-1831). Girard was a French immigrant who was estimated to be the richest man in America at the time of his death. The building was one of 25 libraries built with funds that the great philanthropist, Andrew Carnegie, donated to the Free Library of Philadelphia.
There are several murals in the branch by Calvin Jones. The mural in the meeting room includes Ben Franklin, Stephen Girard, Andrew Carnegie, and young patrons of the library.