Robert E. Kennedy Library, San Luis Obispo

#17 among attractions in San Luis Obispo

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In 1904, the California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo opened its university library. Today, it's housed in a five-story on-campus building, which is named in honor of President Emeritus Robert E. Kennedy. With approximately 322,579 books, 45,000 online journals, 750 print journals, and 340,948 eBooks, the library serves an important function in the surrounding community. It's also the largest library between Santa Cruz and Santa Barbara. As part of its ethos, the missions and programs of the Robert E. Kennedy Library are continually reshaped around the changing needs of students and faculty. ()

Coordinates: 35°18'6"N, 120°39'50"W

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Building 35, University DrSan Luis Obispo 93407 United States

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(805) 756-2345

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Robert E. Kennedy Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Saint Anne Byzantine Catholic Church, Anam-Cre Pottery, SLO Skate Park, Art Central.

1.2 miSW
Church
Saint Anne Byzantine Catholic Church, San Luis Obispo
31 min walk • Saint Anne Byzantine Catholic Church is a Catholic Christian parish of the Byzantine Ruthenian Tradition located in the City of San Luis Obispo, California. It was founded in 1986. It is a parish of the Holy Protection of Mary Byzantine Catholic Eparchy of Phoenix.
1.3 miS
35°17'2"N • 120°39'29"W
Anam-Cre Pottery, San Luis Obispo
33 min walk • Museum
0.9 miS
35°17'22"N • 120°39'54"W
SLO Skate Park, San Luis Obispo
22 min walk • Playground, Sport complex, Park
1.3 miS
35°17'4"N • 120°39'25"W
Art Central, San Luis Obispo
33 min walk • Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
1.4 miSE
Queen Anne architecture
William Shipsey House, San Luis Obispo
36 min walk • The William Shipsey House, located at 1266 Mill St. in San Luis Obispo, California, is a historic house that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
~1120 ftSE
Mission Revival Style architecture
The Powerhouse, San Luis Obispo
6 min walk • The Powerhouse is a historic building located on the campus of California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, California. Built from 1909 to 1910, it is the oldest building still standing at Cal Poly.
~1270 ftS
Sport venue, Sport
Alex G. Spanos Stadium, San Luis Obispo
7 min walk • Alex G. Spanos Stadium, formerly known as Mustang Stadium, is an 11,075-seat multi-purpose stadium on the campus of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, in the U.S. state of California.
~1740 ftN
Universities and schools
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
9 min walk • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo is a public university in San Luis Obispo, California. It is one of three polytechnics in the California State University system.
~1850 ftN
Sport venue, Sport
Robin Baggett Stadium, San Luis Obispo
9 min walk • Robin Baggett Stadium is a baseball venue located on the campus of California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, California, United States. It is home to the Cal Poly Mustangs baseball team, a member of the Division I Big West Conference. The stadium is named for Robin Baggett, a former baseball player at Cal Poly.
~1830 ftSE
Sport venue, Sport
Robert A. Mott Athletics Center, San Luis Obispo
9 min walk • The Robert A. Mott Athletics Center is a 3,032-seat, indoor multi-purpose arena on the campus of California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, California.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Robert E. Kennedy Library?

Nearby attractions include The Powerhouse, San Luis Obispo (6 min walk), California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (9 min walk), SLO Skate Park, San Luis Obispo (22 min walk).

How to get to Robert E. Kennedy Library by public transport?

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San Luis Obispo, CA - Cal Poly -Amtrak Station • Lines: 18 (14 min walk)