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Welcome to the American Library Chennai

Opened in 1947, the American Library Chennai was established to promote understanding between the people of South India and the United States. In addition to its excellent collections in the social sciences, business, management, and American Literature, the Library provides information on the United States, its democratic institutions, history, and politics. The American Library serves the general public, including students, teachers, researchers, government officials, media representatives, entrepreneurs and scholars. General access to the Library is free and intended as a service to the people South India from the people of the United States. Fees for other services apply.

At the American Library a group of dedicated librarians will help you find a wide range of resources, programs and services that provide accurate and up-to-date information on American governmental and non-governmental institutions, policies, the economy, global issues, institutions, society, culture, literature, history and contemporary life. 

Thank you for visiting our website and we look forward to seeing you at the Library.


The American Library Chennai
U.S. Consulate General, Chennai
Gemini Circle
Chennai 600 006
Telephone: 044-2857-4000
Reference Desk: chennairefdesk@state.gov
Circulation Desk:
chennaicircdesk@state.gov

Library Hours

Monday - Saturday
9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The library is closed on Indian and American Holidays. Please see the Holiday list.

Entry Procedures

Entry Procedures