The Papercut Zine Library is a free lending library that specializes in independently published media, particularly zines. It opened on May 14, 2005, and operates out of the Democracy Center at 45 Mt. Auburn St. in Harvard Square, Cambridge, Mass. Its circulating collection includes over 7,000 titles, in a wide range of topics and formats. Membership is free and open to all. In addition to the collection, we host regular events, including workshops and concerts to benefit local causes.

The Papercut Zine Library is run by a non-hierarchical collective of volunteers, and all decisions are made by consensus. We welcome all visitors, expecially those new to zines! We're also always accepting donations of zines and independent media, which can be dropped off or mailed to us.

Librarian meetings are held at 7:30 p.m. every Monday. If you’re interested in becoming a librarian or volunteering, please feel free to stop by.