Ask-a-Librarian

We welcome your questions. Our response time is usually within 1-2 business days, a bit longer for genealogy or local history questions.

For genealogy and local history questions from out of town, please use the form below. Please include your mailing address, so we can mail your information, as needed.

You can also phone in your questions at 617-623-5000 x2955.

Please note: Library staff cannot help with homework by doing your assignment, but we are happy to suggest resources that you can use to complete your assignment.

For cultural passes, use x2955. For book reserves and renewals, use x2900. Click here to request books or other library materials outside of the Minuteman network.