Further improvements are a result of careful project management and strong financial stewardship
PORTLAND, Ore.--May 7, 2026
Albina Library will close to the public starting May 18, 2026 to install brand-new lighting, door operators, artwork and more. The construction will last through May 24 and the library will reopen on May 26, following the Memorial Day holiday.
Midland Library will close to the public on May 26, 2026 to install upgrades to the restrooms, the sewer line, the community gallery and more. Please note Midland will also be closed on Monday, May 25 for the Memorial Day holiday. The library will reopen on June 7, 2026.
During these brief closures, due dates will be extended and holds will stay on the holds shelf an extra week. Patrons do not need to change their holds location. If there are questions about due dates and holds, patrons may contact the library directly.
At Albina, updates include:
- A refinished Knott Street entry with refinished doors, wood panels and new accessible door operators.
- Accessible door openers on the ADA restrooms, terrace and courtyard doors.
- Lighting for the hanging sculptures in the Russell Street lobby.
- New exterior sculptures from artist Greg Robinson from the Regional Arts & Culture Council.
Exterior of Albina Library; photo courtesy of Bob Kerns Photography and Multnomah County Library
At Midland, updates include:
- Sewer repairs and improvements on the original sewer line.
- Upgrades to the community gallery including picture rails and tackable panels.
- A more durable finish on the Gathering Circle wood floor.
- Upgrades to three ADA restrooms to include accessible wave operators.
- Updated outdoor benches with durable materials.
- New chair rails in the community rooms along with a freshly painted wall.
Exterior of Midland Library; photo courtesy of Bob Kerns Photography and Multnomah County Library
Contingency funds that benefit the community
Multnomah County Library is hard at work to build, expand and renovate library spaces for the public as a result of the voter-approved 2020 Multnomah County Library Capital Bond. Most of the newest upgrades at Albina and Midland are part of the contingency funds through the library capital bond projects. These funds are the result of completing a library project and using the project savings that come from good financial stewardship.
The library bond project teams have adhered to cautious financial management of the projects due to increased materials costs as a result of inflation during COVID-19 and beyond. The Library has remained committed to staying within budget and time constraints.
The community is invited to use alternate locations while Albina and Midland are closed:
Albina Library
North Portland Library: 512 N Killingsworth St., Portland, OR 97217
Hollywood Library: 4040 NE Tillamook St., Portland, OR 97212
Midland Library
Holgate Library: 7905 SE Holgate Blvd., Portland, OR 97206
Gregory Heights Library: 7921 NE Sandy Blvd., Portland, OR 97213
Rockwood Library: 17917 SE Stark St., Portland, OR 97233
For help using the library, please contact us. The library routinely posts closure or schedule change notices at library hours and locations.
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About Multnomah County Library
A treasured community institution since 1864, Multnomah County Library is one of the nation’s busiest public library systems, providing social, educational and cultural programs, resources and services, online and through its 19 public locations. With an eye toward the future of community-centered spaces, the library is working to build, rebuild or expand eight libraries through a voter approved capital bond. In addition to being Oregon’s largest provider of free internet access, the library offers millions of print and digital resources, in multiple languages for people of all ages. From early learning to job training, computer-assisted design and 3D printing, the library supports all people in their pursuits to connect, learn and create. Learn more at multcolib.org.