Odegaard Undergraduate Library, Seattle

Name: Odegaard Undergraduate Library
Address: 4060 PO Box, Seattle, 98195, United States
Telephone: (206) 543-2990

#390 among attractions in Seattle

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Facts and practical information

The Charles E. Odegaard Undergraduate Library is a library on the campus of the University of Washington in Seattle, Washington. It houses secondary stacks, a learning commons and on-campus technology resources for students, primarily undergraduates. Named after the 19th president of the university, it opened in 1972, replacing the small undergraduate library previously located at Suzzallo Library. It fronts the northwest corner of Red Square and provides access to the parking garage below the plaza, which was built simultaneously with the library. In addition to library space, the building includes a cafeteria and newsstand on the ground floor. ()

Completed: 1972 (52 years ago)Coordinates: 47°39'23"N, 122°18'36"W

Address

4060 PO BoxNortheast Seattle (University District)Seattle 98195 United States

Contact

(206) 543-2990

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Day trips

Odegaard Undergraduate Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Burke Museum, Broken Obelisk, Husky Stadium, Henry Art Gallery.

~1510 ftN
Museum with regional artifacts
Burke Museum, Seattle
8 min walk • The Burke Museum, nestled in the vibrant city of Seattle, United States, stands as a beacon of natural history and cultural heritage. This preeminent institution, located on the University of Washington campus, is a hub for enthusiasts eager to delve into the rich...
~280 ftSE
Monuments and statues
Broken Obelisk, Seattle
2 min walk • In the heart of Seattle, Washington, stands the evocative sculpture known as the Broken Obelisk. This poignant work of art graces the grounds of the University of Washington, offering both a visual spectacle and a subject for contemplation to students, faculty,...
0.5 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Husky Stadium, Seattle
14 min walk • Husky Stadium, nestled in the heart of Seattle, United States, stands as an iconic sport venue known for its breathtaking views and electric atmosphere. Erected in 1920, this open-air stadium is primarily the home field for the University of Washington Huskies football...
~500 ftW
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Henry Art Gallery, Seattle
3 min walk • The Henry Art Gallery, located in the vibrant city of Seattle, United States, is a beacon of contemporary art and culture. Founded in 1927, the museum serves as a dynamic center for the visual arts in the Pacific Northwest.
0.5 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Hec Edmundson Pavilion, Seattle
13 min walk • Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion is an indoor arena on the campus of the University of Washington in Seattle, Washington.
0.4 miSW
Park
Fritz Hedges Waterway Park, Seattle
11 min walk • Fritz Hedges Waterway Park, also known as Portage Bay Park, is a 3.5-acre park on the north shore of Portage Bay in the neighborhood of University District of Seattle, Washington. The park includes a beach, pier, and a canoe and kayak launch.
~1700 ftSE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Park
Sylvan Grove Theater and Columns, Seattle
9 min walk • The Sylvan Grove Theater and Columns, also known as the Sylvan Grove Theater or simply the Sylvan Theater, is a sylvan theater located on the University of Washington campus in Seattle, Washington.
~220 ftS
Square
Red Square, Seattle
2 min walk • Red Square, officially Central Plaza, is a large open square on the Seattle campus of the University of Washington that serves as a hub for two of the University's major axes, connecting the campus's northern Liberal Arts Quadrangle with the science and engineering buildings found on the lower campus.
0.5 miSW
Bridge
University Bridge, Seattle
14 min walk • The University Bridge is a double-leaf bascule bridge in Seattle, Washington that carries Eastlake Avenue traffic over Portage Bay between Eastlake to the south and the University District to the north.
~1860 ftNW
Square, Modernist architecture
UW Tower, Seattle
9 min walk • The UW Tower is a high-rise office building complex located in the University District of Seattle, Washington, United States. It was completed in 1975 and serves as the head offices of the University of Washington. The 22-story tower was designed by NBBJ.
~1940 ftNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Music venue
Neptune Theatre, Seattle
10 min walk • The Neptune Theatre, formerly known as U-Neptune Theatre, is a performing arts venue in the University District neighborhood of Seattle, Washington, United States.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Odegaard Undergraduate Library?

Nearby attractions include Red Square, Seattle (2 min walk), University of Washington Libraries, Seattle (2 min walk), Broken Obelisk, Seattle (2 min walk), Henry Art Gallery, Seattle (3 min walk).

How to get to Odegaard Undergraduate Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Odegaard Undergraduate Library:

Bus

15th Ave NE & NE Campus Pkwy • Lines: 167, 271, 277, 372, 48, 542, 556 (3 min walk)
Grant Ln & Stevens Way • Lines: 277, 372, 45, 65, 67, 75, 810, 860, 871, 880 (3 min walk)

Trolleybus

15th Ave NE & NE 42nd St • Lines: 43, 44, 49, 70 (5 min walk)

Light rail

U District • Lines: 1 (9 min walk)
University of Washington • Lines: 1 (14 min walk)