Unmistakably modern in a beautiful glass and steel design created by architects Rem Koolhaas and Joshua Prince-Ramus, the Seattle Central Library opened in Washington's largest city in 2004. With their contemporary design, the architects aimed to create an inviting open and airy space, challenging the popular perception of libraries as dark and stuffy. The library was built with the capacity to accommodate more than 1.45 million books and mixed media materials. By 2008, the library had finally completed a ten-year "Libraries for All" initiative, which was aimed at expanding library access to a broader range of Washingtonians. It was the most expensive renovation of its kind in history, eventually totaling more than $290 million for the project.

Direct Business Website Link

https://www.spl.org/hours-and-locations/central-library

Open Days/Hours

Monday - 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Tuesday - 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Wednesday - 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Thursday - 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Friday - 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday - 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday - 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Business Phone #

206-386-4636

Business Address

1000 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104-1109