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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
A tutor with a learner reviewing a book
Fridays at 11:00 a.m.
Walk-in Tutoring With Tommy
Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults can work with a tutor for 20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is...
classroom of adults sitting at desks
Every Friday from 11:30 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.
Writing Skills Class With Chun: Intermediate Level
This class will teach adult learners writing strategies for everyday use, such as writing emails, letters, and messages. The class will...
A globe next to a stack of books with languages written on some of the book spines
Fridays 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Chinese for Beginners
Already have some Mandarin vocabulary and tones under your belt? Are you ready to take your Mandarin to the next level? Join our Mandarin...
Globe chandelier located in the Central Library rotunda
Fridays at 12:30 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...
A tutor with a learner reviewing a book
Fridays at 1:00 p.m.
Walk-in Tutoring With Dario
Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults can work with a tutor for 20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is...
people gathered around a table having a financial discussion
April 5, 2025 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Financial Literacy Day
Don’t miss this opportunity for a free, private consultation with a Certified Financial Planner™ on a variety of personal financial issues...
heritage masks and a neon sign that says KAOS
April 5, 2025 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Illuminated Heritage Masks With KAOS Network
Join creatives from the KAOS Network to design your very own Illuminated Heritage Masks. In this workshop, participants will create a...
Globe chandelier located in the Central Library rotunda
Saturdays at 11 a.m.
Docent-led 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...
A volunteer walk-in tutor working with a learner.
Saturdays at 11 a.m.
Walk-in Tutoring With Marley
Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults can work with a tutor for 20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is...
Classroom of adults looking at instructor
Every Saturday from 11:30 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.
Pronunciation and Communication Class (Intermediate Level) With Linda and Lea
Do you want to practice your English pronunciation and communication skills? This class is for you! Learners will also have the opportunity...
More Events at Central Library


What We're Reading

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

Recent Blog Posts from LAPL Blog
April 04, 2025
Lo nuevo en español para adultos y jóvenes: libros interesantes que llegan a la biblioteca este mes
By Multilingual Collections, Librarian
Los libros en español más esperados están disponibles en tu biblioteca. Haz clic en cada título para verlo en nuestro catálogo. ¡No esperes y reserva tu copia hoy mismo! Adultos... Continued
April 04, 2025
Lo nuevo en español para niños: libros interesantes que llegan a la biblioteca este mes
By Patricia Valdovinos, Librarian
La Biblioteca Pública de Los Ángeles ofrece los libros más leídos y más esperados para niños. Haz clic en cada título para verlo en nuestro catálogo. ¡No esperes y reserva tu copia hoy mismo!... Continued
April 03, 2025
Interview With an Author: Nathan Marsak
By Daryl M., Librarian
Arnold Hylen (1908–1987) trained at the Chouinard Art Institute, and found work as a photographer for the Fluor Corporation, where he worked from the early 1940s into the 1970s. During that period,... Continued
April 02, 2025
Armenian Portraits
By David Turshyan, Librarian
Does every portrait tell a story? The origins of the English word "portrait" trace back to the French portraire, which comes from the phrase trait pour trait, meaning "line by line," describing the... Continued

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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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