Private Event Rental
The Boston Public Library offers one of the most unique and historic event venues in the city. Ornately designed spaces in a variety of sizes offer groups the ideal setting for their holiday parties, corporate conferences, weddings, and more.
The Special Events staff looks forward to helping you plan your event. Contact us for more information, date availability, or to arrange a site visit. Please note, dates are not confirmed until a signed contract and deposit have been received.
By renting space at the Boston Public Library, you are providing support for all of the invaluable programs and services the BPL has to offer. In addition to space rental, the Library has a variety of membership programs that may appeal to you.
McKim Building Event Spaces
Boylston Street Building Event Spaces
Birdseye Video
Birdseye View of the BPL
Interactive Map
Explore the Central Library Interactive Map
Virtual Tour of Event Spaces
Take a Virtual Tour of Our Event Spaces
BPL Journey of Discovery | The Catered Affair
Building Overview Flipbook
Contact Us
Boston Public Library Special Events Office Contact Information: 617.859.2212 or events@bpl.org
Please contact The Catered Affair for your catering needs. They also operate the Boston Public Library's Newsfeed Café, Map Room Tea Lounge and Courtyard Tea Room. Please call 617.859.2282 for more information.