Amenities Highlights

  • Free Public Computers
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Meeting Room
  • Study Rooms
  • Area for Children and Teens
  • Free Parking
All branch amenities & equipment
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Community Conversations

Join Marcellus Turner, Executive Director and Chief Librarian, in Community Conversations about the future of The Seattle Public Library at Columbia, Southwest and Northeast Branches this fall.

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Peak Picks: No holds. No wait.

We reserve copies of books that are in high demand to check out on a first come, first served basis at your branch.

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Featured Events

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About the Magnolia Branch

The current Magnolia Branch was expanded and reopened July 12, 2008. The landmark building is recognized as an example of Northwest design with distinct influences of Japan.

Magnolia Branch Highlights

Magnolia Branch photo gallery

Exterior view of the Magnolia Branch
Library staff at the service desk area at the Magnolia Branch
Children’s area at the Magnolia Branch
Library patrons using laptops at the Magnolia Branch
Public computer area at the Magnolia Branch
Library patrons using laptops at the Magnolia Branch
Library patron seating area at the Magnolia Branch
Meeting room area at the Magnolia Branch
Study room area at the Magnolia Branch

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