Nora
8625 Guilford Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46240
| 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 |
Branch History
A library for the rapidly-expanding area of suburban Washington Township was made possible by the donation of a 2.56 acre lot from Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Eiteljorg in 1968. The Nora Branch opened in 1971 on North Guilford Avenue and was expanded to 18,500-square-feet in 1990. A 2025 renovation included:
- Updated entrance with a drive-up return
- Updated restrooms
- Group Study and Tutoring Rooms
- Updated Community Room for 60
- Comfort Room adjacent to the Children's Area
- Increased access to outlets for device charging
- Updated mechanical and light systems
- Seeking LEEDv4 Silver Certification for energy and resource conservation
Amenities & Services
Internet Access
- Public computers with Microsoft Office
- Early learning computer stations
- Free Wi-Fi
Meeting Space
- Meeting rooms available for public reservation Hearing loop available in the community room
Study Rooms
Accessible Workstation
Exam Proctoring
Self-Services
- Checkout
- 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
Universal Changing Station
Blood Pressure Monitor & Information Hub
Bike Rack
Drive-Up Book Return
Walk-Up Book Return
Seed Library
March - September (while supplies last)
Upcoming Events at Nora
Chair Yoga & Mindfulness
Nora Branch
Join Amy for chair-based yoga to practice your breathing techniques, and improve your heart rate, mental focus, and relaxation.
Storytime at Nora - Move and Groove
Nora Branch
A story time that incorporates songs and dance, and will help start a great day. Encourages language development and physical activity. For toddlers and preschoolers, and their caregivers
What's in a Pellet?
Nora Branch
Learn all about our nocturnal, feathered friends! Dissect a real owl pellet, learn about owl population dynamics, and make a cool craft to take home.
Branch Manager
Hi, I'm Josh Crain, Branch Manager for Nora. My favorite author is Terry Pratchett. I hope you’ll visit our location soon. For questions or comments, please feel free to contact me. We are always happy to help!
Contact Josh