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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.

Amenities & Services
Internet Access
  • Public computers with Microsoft Office
  • Early learning computer stations
  • Free Wi-Fi
Meeting Space
Accessible Workstation
Bike Rack
Self-Services
Outgoing Fax
Exam Proctoring
Walk-Up Book Return
Seed Library
  • Open for seed checkout during regular library hours (March-October)


Upcoming Events at West Indianapolis
Stretch for the Stars: Yoga and Stories

Stretch for the Stars: Yoga and Stories

West Indianapolis Branch

Stretch for the stars and learn how to regulate emotions through yoga, deep breathing, and stories with crafts. Kids will be led through peaceful movements and walk away with an understanding of how breathing, meditating, and yoga support wellness.

Animal Meet and Greets

Animal Meet and Greets

West Indianapolis Branch

Meet up to three animals at these casual drop-in sessions presented by Silly Safaris. Ask your question and take a picture with the critters.

Adult Book Discussion at West Indianapolis

Adult Book Discussion at West Indianapolis

West Indianapolis Branch

We will be discussing "The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires" by Grady Hendrix. Copies of this month's book can be picked up from the West Indy Branch. Adults are invited to this monthly book discussion program. It is free and open to everyone! We meet the second Monday of the month.

Branch Manager
Jayne Walters

Jayne Walters

Hi, I'm Jayne Walters, Branch Manager for West Indianapolis. A few of my favorite books are A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle, All the Things We Do in the Dark by Saundra Mitchell, and The Other Boy by M. G. Hennessey. I hope you’ll visit our location soon. For questions or comments, please feel free to contact me. We are always happy to help!

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