Spades Park
1801 Nowland Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46201
| Mon - Tue | 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. |
|---|---|
| Wed - Fri | 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
| Sat | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Sun | Closed |
PLEASE NOTE: The elevator at Spades Park is currently unavailable undergoing necessary repairs. If you need assistance arranging Curbside Pickup, please call the branch directly at 317-275-4520. We apologize for the inconvenience.
History
The Spades Park Branch was built with funds from a $120,000 grant by the Andrew Carnegie Foundation and opened in 1912, six months after the opening of the city’s other remaining Carnegie Library, the East Washington Branch. The 7,500-square-foot branch underwent a $610,000 renovation in 1987 and celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2012.
Dementia Friendly Certified
The Spades Park Branch staff completed Dementia Friendly Business Training to learn the basics of dementia and how to create an environment that supports those living with dementia and their care partners as individuals.
Amenities & Services
Internet Access
- Public computers with Microsoft Office
- Early learning computer stations
- Free Wi-Fi
Meeting Space
Accessible Workstation
Exam Proctoring
Self-Services
- Color printer
- Color copy machine
PLEASE NOTE: Personal paper cannot be used in Library printers/copiers.
- Document scanner
- Mobile printing services
- ScanEZ Kiosk
Outgoing Fax
Blood Pressure Monitor & Information Hub
Walk-Up Book Return
Bike Rack
Seed Library
March - September (while supplies last)
Upcoming Events at Spades Park
Paws to Read at Spades Park
Spades Park Branch
Read to a registered therapy dog who loves to listen to stories! This program is perfect for beginning or reluctant readers ages 6-11 who want to practice their skills and build reading confidence. Sign up for a 15-minute session to get started.
Play and Learn Dungeons & Dragons for Adults
Spades Park Branch
Have popular podcasts like Dimension 20 or Critical Role, or games like Baldur's Gate, made you curious about or interested in D&D, but you aren't sure where to start? Then this is the program for you!
Career Charting
Spades Park Branch
Join us for this 3 session series of engaging two-hour workshops that go beyond typical career advice to help you chart a meaningful and fulfilling professional path. February 9: Module 1- Plot Your Position; February 16: Module 2-Chart Your Direction; February 23: Module 3-Design Your Course
Branch Manager
Hi, I'm Renny Canaday, Branch Manager for Spades Park. I don't have one specific genre that I only read. Two of my favorite books are The Giver by Lois Lowry and Ready Player One (the audiobook!) by Ernest Cline. Authors I've read more than one book by: Taylor Jenkins Reid and John Grisham. Come by and visit us! For questions or comments, please feel free to contact me. We are always happy to help!
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