Ballard Branch
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Fully Accessible -
Safe Place
Regional Manager: Katarina Vatne
Open for book returns 24/7.
Open Hours
- Mon 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Tue 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- Wed 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- Thu 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- Fri 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Sat 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Sun 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
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.
Seattle Reads 2026
Join Seattle's city-wide book group. This year's selection is "True Biz" by Sara Nović.
Summer Quest Ends Sept. 4
Turn in your completed tracker to win fabulous prizes! Kids: be sure to use your PlayDate SEA voucher by the end of Summer Quest.
Upcoming Events
All Ballard Branch EventsAbout 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
