Multnomah County Library - Central Library (Portland)

Multnomah County Library - Central Library in Portland: best for ages 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-17; Free.

Address801 SW 10th Avenue, Portland, OR 97205

HoursMon 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Tue 12:00-8:00 p.m., Wed 12:00-8:00 p.m., Thu 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Fri 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Sat 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Sun 12:00-6:00 p.m.

Price notesFree public library. A Multnomah County Library card also unlocks the My Discovery Pass program for partner venues (see Perks).

Age notesPublic library with children's services and programming; specific program age guidance varies by event - see the library calendar.

BookingNo reservation required for general entry; some programs require registration.

Suggested timeAbout 1.5 hours

ParkingDowntown street and garage parking; library-specific parking terms Not confirmed.

Hours in detailPer-day hours confirmed on the official location page this pass: Mon 10am-6pm, Tue 12pm-8pm, Wed 12pm-8pm, Thu 10am-6pm, Fri 10am-6pm, Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12pm-6pm.

Tickets & bookingNo reservation required for general entry; some programs require registration (data.json).

AccessibilityThe official location page lists: accessible entrances and restrooms, accessible computer options, magnifying glasses and sheets, a video magnifier (CCTV), and a VRI station (video remote interpreting for American Sign Language and other languages) (official page fetched this pass).

Sensory notesThe official location page lists 'Sensory tools' among Central Library's accessibility features (official page fetched this pass). No further detail (contents, checkout terms) was published on the page.

Age notesChildren's and teen programming runs across age bands; examples on the official page this pass include Lego Club (ideal for grades K-5, younger and older siblings welcome) and a Comics & Crafts Club for grades 6-8 (official page fetched this pass).

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Multnomah County Library - Central Library — Portland, Oregon

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