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Seed libraries in Cook County, Illinois

49 seed libraries are listed in Cook County, Illinois. 40 of them list at least one borrowing rule, such as whether you need a library card.

12 of the 49 listings are shown below so far; the others are added in stages.

Seed libraries

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Tinley Park Public Library Seed Library

Tinley Park, Cook County, Illinois

Hosted by Tinley Park Public Library

Where to find it: “Seed Library shelves at Tinley Park Public Library”

  • No library card needed
  • Self-serve
  • Donations accepted
  • Return not expected
  • Pick up in person

How much: “Up to 5 packets encouraged”

Season: “Year-round”

Cicero Public Library Seed Library

Cicero, Cook County, Illinois

Hosted by Cicero Public Library

Where to find it: “Cicero Public Library drawers; contact Reference Department”

  • Self-serve
  • Donations accepted
  • Return not expected

How much: “4 packets”

Season: “Every growing season”

Not listed: Library card · Reserve online

Distances are straight-line, not driving or walking routes. Listings without a map position are shown last.

What the listings in Cook County say

Counted from the 49 listings in Cook County, Illinois; 40 (82%) state at least one rule. Many don't say - we count only what is listed.

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Nearby counties: DuPage County, Illinois

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Listings updated November 2026