Seattle Central Library
The Seattle Central Library is the main building of the Seattle Public Library, opened in 2004 and designed by Rem Koolhaas and Joshua Prince-Ramus of OMA with LMN Architects. Its 11 levels sit behind a diagonal net of steel and glass; inside, visitors can walk the Books Spiral, a continuous ramp through the nonfiction collection, and see the Red Floor.
Good to know
- Opening hours
- Mon 10:00–18:00Tue–Thu 10:00–20:00Fri–Sun 10:00–18:00
- Price
- Free entry
Hours checked October 15, 2026 · source spl.org
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Frequently asked questions
Is Seattle Central Library free?
Yes. Entry to Seattle Central Library is free.
What are the opening hours of Seattle Central Library?
Opening hours: Mon 10:00–18:00 · Tue–Thu 10:00–20:00 · Fri–Sun 10:00–18:00.
Free entry