The Indianapolis Public Library Adds Sunday Hours at Pike and Franklin Road Branches

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indianapolis Public Library is expanding access at two of its locations, with the Pike and Franklin Road branches set to open on Sundays from 1–5 p.m.

The change will begin on Sunday, April 12, bringing both branches to a seven-day service schedule and aligning them with six other Library locations that already offer Sunday hours.

The decision follows a thorough review of patron usage patterns across the system, which examined average visitors per hour by day of the week. Weekends consistently saw high demand, making expanded Sunday service a clear opportunity to better match community needs.

Pike and Franklin Road were selected in part to improve geographic access, helping broaden Sunday availability to more areas of the city.

“Adding Sunday hours to two of our branches is about meeting people where they are,” said John Helling, Chief Public Services Officer. “This change helps ensure more members of our community can access the free books, resources, programs, and support they need, when they need it.”

The added hours support greater flexibility for visitors, particularly those with weekday commitments, while continuing to provide access to essential services such as free internet, job resources, and educational support. Whether visiting to study, attend programs, or spend time in a trusted public space, patrons will have more opportunities to engage with The Indianapolis Public Library in ways that fit their schedules.

For more information about branch hours and services, visit indypl.org.

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