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Mitchell Street

The Mitchell Street Branch is the largest of Milwaukee Public Library’s branch libraries. The branch is part of an historic restoration and redevelopment of the five-story Hill’s Building which was once home to a department store of the same name. This mixed-use facility also includes sixty apartment units, eight of which are townhouse units that are located in the rear of the building.

FEATURES

• 23,000 square feet spread across three floors 
• Flexible open spaces
• Expansive windows 
• Increased access to computers and technology 
• Modern, large community room
• Designated spaces and collections for Adults, Children and Teens
• High-tech makerspace
• Cozy reading area with fireplace 
• Weekly programming for all ages, including bilingual Spanish/English programs
• Express check-out stations with self-check
• Laptops for check out and use in the library and computer and job training classes in English and Spanish
• High speed internet access and free Wi-Fi.

PARKING

Free surface parking for library customers located on 9th St.