If you appreciate contemporary art, you will enjoy an Art Appreciation Tours at the Main Library. Not only will you view the Library's permanent art collection but you will learn to interpret art for yourself and for others. Art Appreciation Tours, led by trained volunteer docents, will touch on the elements of art, as well as the backgrounds and inspirations of some of the artists represented.

Schedule a Tour
Docents lead free one-hour tours of the Main Library’s permanent art collection. Tours are free and open to the public - individuals, families, Scout troops, and other organizations are welcome. Please call 708-383-8200 to schedule a tour.

About the Library's Art
The Library's permanent art collection has been purchased with $50,000 raised by the Bricks for Art Program at the Main Library and from proceeds from the Gala Preview Party. A majority of the art pieces were created by local artists, including Nancy Fong, Jonathan Franklin, Tia Jones, and Tom Palazzolo. Learn and see more at an Art Appreciation Tour!

A Great Place to Be!
The Main Library was cited by USA Today as one of the "10 Great Places to Find a Nook and Read a Book." NPR book commentator and author Nancy Pearl noted, "Not only is there a dedicated art gallery which has monthly displays of works by local artists, there are splendid examples of public art throughout the building - from quilts to sculptures to stained glass."