Olin Library, St. Louis

Name: Olin Library
Address: St. Louis, United States

#186 among attractions in St. Louis

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Washington University Libraries is the library system of Washington University in St. Louis. The system includes 12 libraries and over 5.5 million volumes. The John M. Olin Library is the central library. ()

Established: 1853 (171 years ago)Coordinates: 38°38'55"N, 90°18'28"W

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University CitySt. Louis United States

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

Nearby attractions include: The Pageant, Saint Louis Art Museum, Saint Louis Zoo, Apotheosis of St. Louis.

0.7 miNE
Dancing, Nightlife
The Pageant, St. Louis
19 min walk • The Pageant, nestled in the vibrant Delmar Loop area of St. Louis, United States, is a renowned concert nightclub that has become a staple of the city's music and entertainment scene. Since opening its doors in October 2000, this mid-sized venue has earned a reputation...
1 miSE
Wide-ranging art exhibits
Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis
25 min walk • Nestled in the heart of St. Louis's verdant Forest Park, the Saint Louis Art Museum is a beacon of culture and a testament to the city's commitment to the arts. With its grand neoclassical architecture, the museum, founded in 1879, stands as a proud guardian of...
1.3 miSE
Free zoo with large mammals and penguins
Saint Louis Zoo, St. Louis
34 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Forest Park in St. Louis, Missouri, the Saint Louis Zoo stands as a beacon of wildlife conservation and family entertainment. With its roots stretching back to the 1904 World's Fair, this historic institution has grown into one of the most...
1 miSE
Monuments and statues
Apotheosis of St. Louis, St. Louis
25 min walk • Standing sentinel at the entrance to the Saint Louis Art Museum, the Apotheosis of St. Louis is a commanding statue that captures the essence of the city's rich history and cultural pride. Created by the renowned sculptor Charles Henry Niehaus, this bronze figure...
1.2 miE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Missouri History Museum, St. Louis
31 min walk • Nestled in the heart of St. Louis' vibrant Forest Park, the Missouri History Museum stands as a proud custodian of the region's past. This esteemed institution is dedicated to sharing the rich tapestry of Missouri's history through a wide array of exhibits, educational...
0.5 miNE
Street, Nightlife, Dancing
Delmar Loop, St. Louis
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of St. Louis, the Delmar Loop is a vibrant, bustling entertainment district renowned for its eclectic mix of culture, dining, shopping, and nightlife. Encompassing a six-block stretch of Delmar Boulevard, this energetic corridor is often referred...
~1530 ftE
Washington University fine-arts center
Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum, St. Louis
8 min walk • The Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum is an art museum located on the campus of Washington University in St. Louis, within the university's Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts. Founded in 1881 as the St. Louis School and Museum of Fine Arts, it was initially located in downtown St. Louis.
1.3 miSE
Zoo
Bayer Insectarium, St. Louis
33 min walk • The Bayer Insectarium is an insectarium located within the Saint Louis Zoo in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Having opened in 2000 and designed by David Mason & Associates with a cost of $4 million, this 9,000 square feet facility houses educational exhibits and an active breeding and research facility.
0.6 miSW
Universities and schools
Fontbonne University, St. Louis
17 min walk • Fontbonne University is a private Roman Catholic university in Clayton, Missouri. It enrolled 1,199 students in 2019. Fontbonne is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and it offers undergraduate, master's, and doctoral degree programs.
0.6 miS
Neighbourhood
Wydown/Skinker, St. Louis
17 min walk • Wydown/Skinker is a neighborhood in St. Louis, Missouri. Washington University in St. Louis is located just north of this neighborhood. The neighborhood is bounded by the city limits on the west, Forsyth Boulevard on the north, Forest Park on the east and Clayton Avenue on the south.
~670 ftE
Observatories and planetariums
Crow Observatory, St. Louis
4 min walk • Crow Observatory is a historic observatory housed in the Crow Hall in the Physics Department on the Danforth Campus of Washington University in St. Louis. The historic telescope is still in use, and the observatory is open to the public.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Olin Library?

Nearby attractions include Washington University Hilltop Campus Historic District, St. Louis (3 min walk), Crow Observatory, St. Louis (4 min walk), Brookings Hall, St. Louis (4 min walk), Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis (5 min walk).

How to get to Olin Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Olin Library:

Bus

Mallinckrodt Center • Lines: 5 (4 min walk)
Snow Way at Throop EB • Lines: 5 (7 min walk)

Light rail

Skinker • Lines: Blue (11 min walk)
University City-Big Bend • Lines: Blue (12 min walk)

Tram

Leland Avenue • Lines: Loop Trolley (14 min walk)
University City Library • Lines: Loop Trolley (15 min walk)

Train

River's Edge Station (34 min walk)
4D Theater Stop (35 min walk)