Accessibility Services Boston Public Library

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Narrative

Reference information and circulating materials on a wide range of disabilities and disability issues.

This information is accessible to people with disabilities (PwD) by the latest technologies.

The McKim Building elevators are currently out of service. The Boylston Street Building has two elevators that are available from the first floor. They can be used to reach other floors of the Boylston Street Building and the second floor of the McKim Building.

The Boston Public Library works to make our resources accessible to all users through a variety of collections, services, and specialized equipment. 

Service Types

• Equipment Loan
• Socialization Activities

Program Type

• Assistive Technology and Equipment

Populations Served

• All Disabilities
• Blind
• Deaf
• Developmental Disability
• Elderly Person with disabilities
• Hard of Hearing
• Intellectual Disabilities
• Physical Disabilities
• Visual Impairment

Ages Served

• Birth to 3
• 3 - 4
• 5 - 8
• 9 - 13
• 14 - 18
• 19 - 22
• 23 – 59
• 60 +

Languages Spoken

• Spanish

Accessibility Features

• Able to serve clients in their wheelchair
• Accessible Public Transportation
• Accessible Restrooms
• Elevators
• Wheelchair Ramps

Additional Information

• Fees: Free Service, Personal Funds