Meeting Rooms


Attention Residents, and Non Profit Organizations!!!


In carrying out the mission to serve the informational and educational needs of the community, the East Chicago Public Library offers meeting rooms in the Main Library and the Pastrick Branch Library. These rooms are available at no charge to East Chicago residents, eligible library patrons, non-profit groups and governmental agencies wishing to present programs or to hold meetings which serve the community’s needs for education, information and cultural enrichment.

Space is provided for a $5 fee for meetings or programs of not-for-profit groups of 2-100.

Non-profit groups who wish to hold meetings or present programs of civic, educational, or cultural purposes.

Smaller study rooms may be used by individuals. Reservations are required for use of the rooms.
Events of a personal nature such as birthday or anniversary parties, reunions, showers, etc. are not allowed.

Priority is given to library-sponsored and co-sponsored activities. Availability for others is determined on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations may be made in person or by telephone during regular library hours and anytime during the year. The East Chicago Public Library supports recurring meetings for local groups.
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Prohibited uses and activities

  • No alcohol, controlled substance, or tobacco use is permitted on Library Property.
  • No one may sell, trade, or solicit on Library property.
  • No admission fees may be charged or collected; fees to cover instructional materials are allowed.
  • No fireworks, explosives or candles are to be used.
  • No gambling or solicitation in any form.

Meeting Rooms

EAST CHICAGO
MAIN LIBRARY

2401 E. Columbus Drive
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 397-2453
Meeting Room: Seats 140

ROBERT A. PASTRICK
LIBRARY BRANCH
1008 W. Chicago Ave.
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 397-5505
Meeting Room: Seats 140
Conference Room: Seats 76

Hours of Operation
Monday - Thursday
9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday & Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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