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Central Library

Central Library Exterior
Address:
630 W. 5th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90071
Phone:
213-228-7000
Email:
Contact form
Librarian:
Kren Malone, Director
Map for Central Library Branch

Click map for detailed view, directions, and transit info.

Hours of Service

Mon: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Tues: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Weds: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Thurs: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Fri: 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Sat: 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Sun: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Upcoming Events at Central Library
Ceiling of the Central Library Rotunda.
Sundays at 2 p.m.
Docent-Led L.A. Central Library Art & Architecture Tour
Take an hour-long tour through the Los Angeles Central Library. Your docent guide will share stories about the history, art, and...
community standing in front of tall buildings in shades of blue
September 25, 2023 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Emergency Preparedness Tabling
A representative from L.A. Works will provide information on emergency resources, including information related to L.A. County and L.A....
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Every Monday 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Monday Night Chess
Join us for a casual game of chess. All ages and skill levels are welcome.

Boards and pieces provided. No registration is required.
An open book sits in the middle of a table, surrounded by stacks of books
September 25, 2023 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
The Vanguard of Knowledge: A Racial Justice Book Club
Join Black Women for Wellness and the Los Angeles Public Library Social Science, Philosophy, & Religion Department for "The Vanguard of...
a young African-American man smiling sitting on a couch, looking down at a laptop that's on a small table, with headphones on
Tuesdays from 12 noon - 1 p.m.
Tech TryOut Cart
Did you know that the Los Angeles Public Library lends e-books, audiobooks, movies, music, magazines, newspapers, comic books, and more to...
person adding numbers on a calculator
September 26, 2023 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Comprar una casa
Representantes de Los Angeles Alliance for Economic Inclusion compartirán información sobre cómo comprar una casa, incluyendo información...
A photo of service providers assisting customers.
The last Tuesday of the month at 12:30 p.m.
The Source at the Central Library
The Source is a convenient one-stop shop of services and resources for community members experiencing homelessness, life instability, or...
Verdant Korean landscape
Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m.
Korean Conversation 1-2
Do you want to learn Korean? Join us and learn the Korean language and culture. This program is presented by the Los Angeles Public Library...
Verdant Korean landscape
Tuesdays at 4 p.m.
Korean Conversation 2-3
Join us and learn the Korean language and culture. This program is presented by the Los Angeles Public Library and the King Sejong...
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September 26, 2023 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Eviction Response Workshop
Have you been served with eviction paperwork (a summons and a complaint-unlawful detainer)? This in-person workshop will guide you through...
More Events at Central Library


What We're Reading

LAPL Reads: Recommendations | Book Lists | New Books | Catalog

Recent Blog Posts from LAPL Blog
September 23, 2023
Meet Author Isabel Quintero
By Salvadora Sosa Prieto, Administrative Clerk
Isabel Quintero is an award-winning writer from the Inland Empire of Southern California. She has authored: Gabi, A Girl in Pieces, Ugly Cat and Pablo and Ugly Cat and Pablo and the Missing Brother,... Continued
September 22, 2023
Celebrating Language & Culture With the Los Angeles Libros Festival
By Phoebe Swan Guiot, Senior Librarian
Literature is celebrated in every language, and authors and illustrators worldwide understand the importance of connecting their work to schools and students. As part of this year's Los Angeles... Continued
September 21, 2023
Interview With an Author: Amiee Gibbs
By Daryl M., Librarian
Amiee Gibbs grew up in rural Maryland, where she still lives on an allegedly haunted road, but has dreams of running away to Ireland. She has worked for Penguin Random House for 13 years as a Sales... Continued
September 20, 2023
Bridging Hearts and Cultures With Annette Chavez Macias
By Celia Avila, Senior Librarian
Sometimes, all you need is to submerge yourself in the pages of a classic romance novel. The allure of passion and drama draws us in, gives us something to root for, and offers a welcome escape from... Continued

All Posts from LAPL Blog

Meeting Rooms

The Literature & Fiction (Upper Level 3) and Business Department (Lower Level 1) have glass-enclosed meeting rooms available for use.

Guidelines

  • Meeting Room hours
    Monday - Thursday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
    Friday - Saturday: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
    Sunday: 1 - 4:30 p.m.
  • Sign ups on the hour or half hour
  • Must have a valid library card
  • Reservations must be made in person, day of and up to one day in advance
  • Two hours per floor per patron
  • Water allowed. No food or drink
  • Three or more people required for large (6 chair) rooms
  • Furniture and chairs must not be moved
  • Dry erase markers and erasers available upon request
  • All library rules apply: Patrons in violation of library rules may be refused service.

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