Garfield Park Branch Library

rades to a more energy efficient heating and air conditioning system
• Improved lighting controls to allow better utilization of natural light and reduced energy usage
• Installation of rain barrels to utilize rain water for maintenance of landscaping
• Creation of composting bins for maintenance of landscaping

The original Shelby Branch opened on September 9, 1918 when the south side was still mainly farmland. The library was first housed in the old District School No. 34 at 2359 Shelby Street. After moving into temporary housing in 1964 while a new 6,400 square-foot building was constructed, the branch first opened on November 8, 1965 adjacent to the Garfield Park Conservatory, at 2502 Shelby. It is open 6 days a week and serves a lively, diverse population on the south side of Indianapolis.