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: Spring 2025
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
Belmont Library
Closed: September 7, 2024
Reopening: Spring 2026
Nearby libraries for services during closure: Central Library, Holgate Library and Hawthorne Holds Pickup at 3557 SE Hawthorne Blvd
Belmont is adding a new, two-story building to its current one. This will more than double the building’s current size.
New features include:
- Flexible meeting spaces for community use
- A large youth space for children and families
- A dedicated teen area
- Updated technology and faster internet
- Community artwork
North Portland Library
Closed: April 5, 2023
Reopening: Winter 2024/2025
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
St. Johns Library
Closed: Oct 11, 2024
Reopening: Spring 2026
Nearby libraries for services during closure: Kenton Library, Northwest Library
St. Johns will receive much-needed updates honoring its historic architecture while adding 2900 square feet.
New features:
- A large play and learning space for children and families.
- Flexible meeting spaces for community use.
- A teen area with space for technology, homework and creative expression.
- Updated technology and internet.
- New art that represents the community.
- Updated technology and faster internet
- New collections tailored for St. Johns 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.