West Indianapolis

1216 South Kappes Street
Indianapolis, IN 46221

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West Indianapolis Hours
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
West Indianapolis

The first West Indianapolis Branch opened in 1897 following the annexation of West Indianapolis into the city of Indianapolis. A new building on West Morris Street, constructed with funds from a $120,000 grant by the Andrew Carnegie Foundation, opened in 1912 and served the community until 1986, when the current 5,000-square-foot branch began service on South Kappes Street.

Dementia Friendly Certified

this is a dementia friendly location

The West Indianapolis 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

Seed Library
March - September (while supplies last)

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

Bike Rack

Walk-Up Book Return


    Upcoming Events at West Indianapolis
    Discover Artificial Intelligence Discover Artificial Intelligence West Indianapolis Branch

    Having too many conversations about AI? Learn the basics of generative AI and explore tools that create text, images, and music. This session covers key terminology, how AI uses data, and important ethical considerations. Become an informed participant in conversations about AI’s role in our world.

    Crafternoon at West Indianapolis Crafternoon at West Indianapolis West Indianapolis Branch

    Crafternoon at West Indianapolis is an arts and crafts club. You can bring your current creative project to work on or use our supplies to start something new! Everyone is welcome. Join us every Monday at 2:30 p.m. for an afternoon of crafting, conversation, and being creative.

    Teen Hang at West Indianapolis Teen Hang at West Indianapolis West Indianapolis Branch

    Calling all teens! Hang out with us at West Indianapolis and play Wii, color, do crafts, play with Lego, and snack!

    Branch Manager
    Megan  Shepherd
    Megan Shepherd

    Hi, I'm Megan Shepherd, Branch Manager for West Indianapolis. I love reading horror and literary fiction. My favorite authors are Hiromi Kawakami, Ottessa Moshfegh, and Toni Morrison. For questions or comments, please feel free to contact me. We are always happy to help!

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