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

History

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 Aware Organization

We are a Dementia Aware Organization. Level 1 Awareness Space dfindiana.org.

This location's staff completed Dementia Aware Organization 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
    Meal Planning Made Simple Meal Planning Made Simple West Indianapolis Branch

    Don't know where to start with meal planning? Come learn from the Marion County Public Health Department's Nutrition Services about time-saving strategies and how to create balanced, practical meals for the week that support your health, lifestyle, and nutrition goals! 

    Waterway Exploration Waterway Exploration West Indianapolis Branch

    Explore the world of waterways by tackling hands-on challenges that uncover the power and complexity of rivers. Build bridges and dams, design a boat, and test your creativity and problem-solving skills. This program is designed for kids ages 6-12.

    Play & Learn with Gymboree Play & Learn with Gymboree West Indianapolis Branch

    Babies and toddlers are exposed to sensory play, songs, and the beginnings of social play in this program with an expert from Gymboree! This program is open to babies and toddlers 6 months - 36 months.

    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!

    Contact Megan