Fort Ben

Some Exciting Features of the New Building

• Maximize access to Library services and collections
• Engaging and functional spaces for children, teens and adults
• Access to computers and new technologies
• Group study rooms and tutoring spaces
• Community meeting room with a capacity of 100 patrons
• Energy and resource conservation
• Roof-top solar photovoltaic system
• 22,000 square feet

Amenities & Services

Internet Access

• Public computers with Microsoft Office
• Early learning computer stations
• Free Wi-Fi

Meeting Space

• Meeting rooms available for public reservation

Study Rooms

• Study rooms available for public reservation

Accessible Workstation

• Learn more about what the workstation includes

Self-Services

• Checkout
• Document scanner
• Color printer
• Color copy machine
• Mobile printing services

Outgoing Fax

Exam Proctoring

Bike Rack

Walk-Up Book Return

Upcoming Events at Fort Ben

12.12.23

Storytime at Fort Ben - Baby/Toddler

Fort Ben Branch

Babies and toddlers up to age 3 with an caregiver are invited for an active class featuring stories, songs, and rhymes followed by socialization and playtime with age appropriate toys.

12.12.23

Parachute Fitness Fun!

Fort Ben Branch

Up, down, and all around! Children ages 2-5 will build motor skills and learn colors and patterns while shaking, waving, and twirling a parachute in this program with JumpBunch of Indianapolis. Dress to move!

12.12.23

Library Tok Book Club Book Discussion

Fort Ben Branch

We will be discussing "Verity" by Colleen Hoover. Adults are invited to this monthly book discussion and new members always welcome!

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Branch Manager

Shelby Peak

Hi, I'm Shelby Peak, Branch Manager for Fort Ben. I enjoy reading YA and children’s fiction, especially fantasy and fairy tale retellings. Some of my favorite authors include Leigh Bardugo, Marissa Meyer, and Rick Riordan. For questions or comments, please feel free to contact me. We are always happy to help!

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