Amenities Highlights

  • Meeting Room
  • Study Rooms
  • Quiet Room
  • Public Computers
  • Wi-Fi
  • Print, Copy & Scan
  • Fax
  • Bike Rack
  • Accessible by Bus
  • Free Parking
  • ADA Computer & Adaptive Equipment
  • Single-Occupant All-Gender Restroom
  • Multi-Stall Single-Gender Restrooms
  • Japanese & Spanish Collections
  • Maritime and Fishing Industry Collection
  • Air Conditioning
  • SPL Holds Lockers
  • Book return slot is located on the west wall of the building, on 22nd Ave. N.W. to the right of the entrance.
One Book, One Coast

One Book, One Coast

Join the West Coast's largest reading club, and attend author talks and live streams that explore themes from this year's selection, "They Called Us Enemy" by George Takei.

Older Americans Month

Older Americans Month

Whether you are learning a new technology, planning for retirement or exploring a creative hobby, we have something for you, this month and every month.

About the Ballard Branch

The Ballard Branch celebrates the community’s maritime history. It incorporates the natural world through green features, like the planted roof.

Ballard Branch photo gallery