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Martin Library
159 East Market Street
York, PA 17401
717-846-5300

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Creating Possibilities Since 1935

April 4, 2025: We are temporarily pausing booking for new room reservations. Any existing reservations will still be honored.

Located in the heart of downtown York, PA, this historic library offers the largest collection of books in York County, quiet study rooms, comfortable seating, public computers, and programs for all ages. In the Children’s area, families will find charming picture books, early readers, chapter books, children’s nonfiction, and more. Children’s programs support early literacy standards from birth onward. We even have an outdoor sensory garden!

Upstairs is nonfiction and a newly renovated Teens’ area. Youth can create, grow, and share their interests. They build community though fun activities like table games, Open Mics, and library programs. Stop in and start creating new possibilities with us at Martin Library!

Available Amenities

  • Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
  • Public Computers Public Computers
  • Send & Receive Faxes Send & Receive Faxes
  • Test Proctoring Test Proctoring
  • Room Rentals Room Rentals
  • Study/Quiet Rooms Study/Quiet Rooms
  • Multiuse Desks or Tables Multiuse Desks or Tables
  • Toys & Games Toys & Games
  • STEAM Materials STEAM Materials
  • Public Restrooms Public Restrooms
  • Restroom Changing Tables Restroom Changing Tables
  • Tours & Group Visits Tours & Group Visits

Parking and Accessibility

Martin Library has free visitor weekday parking on Clark Avenue behind the First Presbyterian Church. A parking tag is required and can be obtained from library staff. See details here.

On weekends and evenings, York City parking garages and on-street parking are free of charge. For details about York City’s hours of enforcement, see the Parking Bureau’s FAQ page.

All York County Libraries’ locations are ADA accessible. Martin Library has the following accessibility features:

  • Entrance ramp & automatic doors (Queen Street entrance)
  • Accessible parking
  • Accessible bathrooms
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Calling all local artists

YOUR artwork could be displayed in Martin Library!

How would you use one of our original arched windows in a creative piece that envisions the future of Martin Library while honoring its history? Submit your idea to incorporate this iconic window in an art installation for our main lobby!

The selected artist’s finished piece will be unveiled during our 90th Anniversary Celebration on October 3, 2025.

All proposals must be submitted via email to medmondson@yorklibraries.org by August 1, 2025.

Click the buttons below to learn more or submit your artwork idea.

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SummerQuest Schedule

View Martin's Summer Schedule

Click the links below to view, download, or print the library’s SummerQuest schedule. Also, check out our full digital magazine to find more events happening around the county!

Martin's Summer 2025 Schedule
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