Construction improvements are possible thanks to the 2020 Multnomah County voter-approved library bond. Learn more about your future libraries.
Note: We are unable to accept returns at locations that are closed for construction. Please return items to your nearest open library location.
Albina Library
Closed: March 18, 2023
Reopening: Fall 2024
Nearby libraries for services during closure: Kenton Library, Hollywood Library, Northwest Library
Albina Library will be renovated and expanded, resulting in 30,000 square feet of space. The library will grow to be one of the largest in the county while keeping the historic Carnegie building on Knott Street.
New features:
- Outdoor courtyard for community members to relax and connect
- Large community and meeting rooms
- Expanded study spaces
- Dedicated teen space
- Updated technology and faster internet
- Community art installations
- A large, dedicated children’s space
- New collections tailored for Albina patrons
Capitol Hill Library
Closed: May 17, 2023
Reopening: Fall 2023
Nearby libraries for services during closure: Hillsdale Library, Sellwood-Moreland Library
Capitol Hill Library will undergo an interior refresh.
New features:
- Fresh paint and new carpet
- New comfortable seating
- Updated technology and faster internet
- Planned work (HVAC replacement, roof maintenance, exterior paint, etc) that is not bond-funded
Central Library
Closed: March 11, 2023
Reopening: Winter 2023
Nearby libraries for services during closure: Belmont Library, Hillsdale Library, Northwest Library
Central Library will reopen after completing a series of bond-related refresh projects.
New features:
- Fresh paint and new carpet
- New comfortable seating
- Renovated and expanded restrooms
- Designated teen space
- Additional and improved meeting space
- More electrical outlets and USB plug-in
- New Friends of the Library retail space
Holgate Library
Closed: December 5, 2022
Reopening: Spring 2024
Nearby libraries for services during closure: Belmont Library, Rockwood Library, Woodstock Library
Holgate Library will reopen in a new building at the same location. The library will be triple the size of the current space for a total of 21,000 square feet — making it one of the largest libraries in Multnomah County.
New features:
- Dedicated teen space
- Multiple flexible event and meeting rooms
- Updated technology and faster internet
- Outdoor plaza for community members to relax and connect
- Community art installations
- Solar panels to offset half of energy use
- New collections tailored for Holgate patrons
Midland Library
Closed: December 23, 2022
Reopening: Summer 2024
Nearby libraries for services during closure: Gregory Heights Library, Hollywood Library, Rockwood Library
Midland Library will be renovated and have more spaces for community use, faster internet, updated technology, and will add 6,000 square feet of space.
Additional new features:
- Outdoor children's play area
- Indoor children's space
- Outdoor seating and reading area
- Community art installations
- Event space
- Dedicated teen space
- Gathering Circle for community conversation and connection
- New collections tailored for Midland patrons
North Portland Library
Closed: April 5, 2023
Reopening: Fall 2024
Nearby libraries for services during closure: Hollywood Library, Kenton Library, St. Johns Library
North Portland Library, the historic library home for the Black community, will be renovated and add 1500 square feet. It will house a new Black Cultural Center where people can gather, connect and celebrate Blackness.
Additional new features:
- Black Cultural Center
- Outdoor space
- Updated technology and faster internet
- Community art installations
- New collections tailored for North Portland patrons
Library collections during construction
Library collections (books, media, etc.) will be affected by construction. Some items will be moved to storage and unavailable during building closures. You can always find up-to-date information about available materials through the library catalog. If the item you are looking for is not available to be checked out, take a look at our vast collection of e-books, audiobooks, and streaming media, all free to use with your library card. If you need assistance, please contact us.
