Central Library, Portland

Name: Central Library
Address: 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, 97205-2520, United States
Telephone: +1 503-988-5123

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The Central Library is a three-story public library branch in downtown Portland, Oregon, United States. Opened in 1913, it serves as the main branch of the Multnomah County Library system. In 1979, the Georgian style building was added to the National Register of Historic Places as the Central Building, Public Library. The library underwent major structural and interior renovations in the mid 1990s. ()

Built: 1913 (111 years ago)Coordinates: 45°31'9"N, 122°40'59"W

Address

801 SW 10th AveDowntown PortlandPortland 97205-2520 United States

Contact

+1 503-988-5123

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Central Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Crystal Ballroom, Pioneer Place, Nordstrom, First Presbyterian Church.

~1370 ftN
Dancing, Nightlife
Crystal Ballroom, Portland
7 min walk • The Crystal Ballroom is a historic concert hall located in the heart of Portland, Oregon, in the United States. This historic building, also known as the Crystal Ballroom and Hotel, has been a center of culture and entertainment for over a hundred years, attracting...
~1600 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Pioneer Place, Portland
8 min walk • Nestled in the bustling downtown of Portland, Oregon, Pioneer Place stands as a beacon of modern retail and entertainment. This shopping center, a hub of activity and commerce, offers a diverse shopping experience that caters to a variety of tastes and preferences.
~680 ftE
Shopping, Department store
Nordstrom, Portland
4 min walk • Nordstrom in Portland, Oregon, is a beacon of high-end retail in the Pacific Northwest, offering a sophisticated shopping experience for those seeking quality and style. Located in the heart of downtown Portland, this upscale department store has become a staple for...
~770 ftN
Church, Sacred and religious sites
First Presbyterian Church, Portland
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Portland, the First Presbyterian Church stands as a beacon of faith and history in the Pacific Northwest. This sacred establishment has been a cornerstone of the Portland community for many years, offering both a place of worship and a testament...
~840 ftS
Museum, Art gallery
Mark Building, Portland
5 min walk • The Mark Building is a building in Portland, Oregon. It previously served as a Masonic Temple, and was acquired by the Portland Art Museum in 1992. The building was remodeled in 2005.
~770 ftS
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland
4 min walk • The Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall is a historic theater building and performing arts center in Portland, Oregon, United States.
~1300 ftE
Shopping, Department store, Chicago school architecture
Meier & Frank Building, Portland
7 min walk • The Meier & Frank Building is a fifteen-story, glazed terra cotta building located in downtown Portland, Oregon, across from the northeast corner of Pioneer Courthouse Square. The building is the former flagship store and headquarters building for the Meier & Frank department store chain, which was taken over by Macy's in 2006.
~1020 ftE
Monuments and statues
Weather Machine, Portland
5 min walk • Weather Machine is a lumino kinetic bronze sculpture and columnar machine that serves as a weather beacon, displaying a weather prediction each day at noon. Designed and constructed by Omen Design Group Inc. the approximately 30-foot-tall sculpture was installed in 1988 in a...
~670 ftSE
Monuments and statues
Shemanski Fountain, Portland
4 min walk • Shemanski Fountain, also known as Rebecca at the Well, is an outdoor fountain with a bronze sculpture, located in the South Park Blocks of downtown Portland, Oregon, in the United States.
~590 ftSE
Nightlife, Cinema
Fox Tower, Portland
3 min walk • The Fox Tower is a 27-story, 113.39 m office skyscraper in downtown Portland, Oregon, along Broadway between Yamhill and Morrison streets. The tower was completed in 2000 at a cost of $64 million, and was named after the Fox Theatre that occupied the site from 1911 until the late 1990s.
~500 ftE
Skyscraper
Park Avenue West Tower, Portland
3 min walk • Park Avenue West Tower is a high-rise in downtown Portland, Oregon, United States. The 30-floor tower consists of commercial office space, ground floor retail, and apartments. It is the fourth tallest building in Portland behind the Wells Fargo Center, KOIN Center, and the US Bancorp Tower.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Central Library open?

Central Library is open:

Monday 10 am - 8 pm
Tuesday 12 pm - 8 pm
Wednesday 12 pm - 8 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Central Library?

Nearby attractions include Multnomah County Library, Portland (1 min walk), Guild Theatre, Portland (2 min walk), Park Avenue West Tower, Portland (3 min walk), Director Park, Portland (3 min walk).

How to get to Central Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Central Library:

Tram

Central Library • Lines: A, Ns (1 min walk)
Southwest 11th & Taylor • Lines: B, Ns (2 min walk)

Light rail

Library/Southwest 9th Avenue • Lines: Blue, Red (2 min walk)
Galleria/Southwest 10th Avenue • Lines: Blue, Red (2 min walk)

Bus

Southwest Salmon & 10th • Lines: 15, 51 (3 min walk)

Train

Portland Union Station (19 min walk)