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Wellesley Library locations and hours

This post was updated May 2026.

Hills Library to close for renovations June 1, 2026

Wellesley Free Library, Hills branchThe Library is moving forward with plans to enhance the historic Hills Branch, with a focus on updating the interior while honoring its 1920s architectural character. These improvements will build on the branch’s existing beauty and functionality, creating an even more comfortable and accessible quiet space for reading and study.

With the support of a generous donation and The Wellesley Free Library Foundation, the Hills Branch will close beginning June 1 to undertake this work. Please note that, starting May 6, patrons will be unable to place holds on items located at the Hills Branch.

The project is expected to be completed in fall 2026. During the closure, we encourage patrons to visit the Main Library and the Fells Branch for collections, programs, and services.


Holiday closures through 2026

  • May 23, 2026
    (Memorial Day Weekend)
    Closed
    May 24, 2026
    (Memorial Day Weekend)
    Closed
    May 25, 2026
    (Memorial Day)
    Closed
    June 19. 2026
    (Juneteenth)
    Closed
    June 21, 2026Closed
    June 28, 2026Closed
    July 3, 2026
    (Independence Day Observed)
    Closed
    July 4, 2026
    (Independence Day)
    Closed
    July 5, 2026
    (Sunday)
    Closed
    July 12, 2026
    (Sunday)
    Closed
    July 19, 2026
    (Sunday)
    Closed
    July 26, 2026
    (Sunday)
    Closed
    August 2, 2026
    (Sunday)
    Closed
    August 9, 2026
    (Sunday)
    Closed
    August 16, 2026
    (Sunday)
    Closed
    August 23, 2026
    (Sunday)
  • September 5, 2026
    (Labor Day Weekend)
    Closed
    September 6, 2026
    (Labor Day Weekend)
    Closed
    September 7, 2026
    (Labor Day)
    Closed
    October 12, 2026
    (Indigenous Peoples Day)
    Closed
    November 11, 2026
    (Veterans Day)
    Closed
    November 25, 20265PM Closing
    November 26, 2026
    (Thanksgiving)
    Closed
    December 24, 20261PM Closing
    December 25, 2026
    (Christmas)
    Closed
    December 31, 20261PM Closing

Wellesley Public Libraries, locations and hours:

Wellesley library, Brice MacLaren
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Wellesley Free Library, main: 530 Washington St., Wellesley, MA 02482

Winter/spring 2026 hours

Monday: 9am – 9pm
Tuesday: 9am – 9pm
Wednesday: 9am – 9pm
Thursday: 9am – 9pm
Friday: 9am – 6pm
Saturday: 9am – 5pm
Sunday: 1pm-5pm


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Wellesley Fells Branch Library, summer 2023

Wellesley Fells Branch Library: 308 Weston Rd., Wellesley MA 02482

Winter/spring 2026 hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10am – 5pm
Wednesday: 10am – 5pm
Thursday: 10am – 5pm
Friday: 10am – 5pm
Saturday: 10am – 5pm
Sunday: closed


Wellesley Hills Library, late fall 2022
Wellesley Hills Library, fall 2022

Wellesley Hills Branch Library: 210 Washington St., Wellesley, MA 02481

Winter/spring 2026 hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10am – 8pm
Wednesday: 10am – 5pm
Thursday: 10am – 8pm
Friday: 10am – 5pm
Saturday: 10am – 5pm
Sunday: closed

     

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