Member Benefits
Settle into a sun-dappled reading room, attend a lively event, join a discussion group, or wander into Folio for literary-inspired refreshments and vibrant conversations with fellow book lovers.
Join our community today and enjoy
Collections & Spaces
- Access to more than 500,000 volumes, from first editions to contemporary bestsellers
- Twelve beautiful stories of reading rooms and quiet study spaces
- Thousands of ebooks and audiobooks
- Cozy nooks, writing corners, and sun-filled rooms with Boston views
- Members’ kitchen and dedicated phone areas
Programming & Community
- Members-exclusive discussion groups
- Weekly author talks, lectures, concerts, and film screenings (free or discounted for you and your guests)
- Bring up to three guests per visit
- Rotating gallery exhibitions
- Curated book recommendations from expert staff
Research & Support
- Personal research assistance from full-time reference librarians
- Access to research databases and periodicals
- Digital resources and online collections
Perks & Discounts
- 15% discount at our bistro Folio (made-to-order plates, wines, and craft cocktails), our gift shop, Atelier Colette, and The Dagny hotel
- Discounted parking at Boston Common Garage (weekdays after 4 pm and all day on the weekends)
- Reciprocal access to more than 1,000 libraries and cultural institutions across North America through NARM and ROAM
Ready to join?
Three ways to become a member
- Join online now
- By Phone: (617) 720-7604
- In person: 10 ½ Beacon Street, Boston
Day Memberships are $40 and can be applied toward your annual membership if you join within the same week.
What members are saying
Finding quiet in heart of Boston
“I feel so inspired when I’m here. I have told so many people this, but I get my work done better. It’s like time stands still when I’m here and the world goes quiet.”
Davene Wright finds her “third place”
“I love it when people doing research leave books on the tables. I like to look at the stacks and see what they’re interested in.”
Clive Martin shares his pursuit of lifelong curiosity
“So anyone can join? I’ll try it!” I love libraries, I’ve always loved learning and reading and meeting like-minded people, so it was a no-brainer.”
Jenn Pellecchia’s journey from discovery to community
“I thought, there’s no way this still exists, but there was a link to the website, and I saw that it was a member library that anyone could join.”