City of Palo Alto - Children's Library

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1276 Harriet St
Palo Alto, CA 94301

The Palo Alto Children's Library, established in 1940, was the first freestanding library in the United States dedicated solely to children. It serves young patrons from birth through 5th grade in a fun and inviting garden setting, offering a range of programs and resources tailored to their needs.

In addition to its unique history, the library features a variety of facilities, including computers for ages 11 and under, bike racks, and a shared parking lot. The library also provides engaging events such as storytimes, craft sessions, and nature journaling, fostering a love for reading and exploration among children and their families.

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4.526 reviews
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Liv K.
11/22/2024

I have a 3 year old, almost 4. This is the perfect place to spend an hour or two reading books or doing homework. This library offers: Comfy kid sizes seating Separate play room with a beautiful...

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Yuka Y.
4/6/2024

Such a children friendly library. They have events you can sign up on online. Staff is friendly and nice. We were here on a Saturday after noon and they were doing a STEAM LAB that anyone can...

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Rachel L.
2/18/2024

This is a small but adorable children's library with an amazing staff and lovely story time events. Librarian Alicia busts out her ukulele for all of the kids songs and we go often enough that my...

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Elizabeth R.
4/9/2023

Super small library, not lots of parking. The lady who does story time is not the most engaging, I go here bc it's the closets but prefer other readers when I can drive furthef

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Monica S.
2/25/2019

We love Storytime at this cute, well-curated library just-for-kiddos. Fun fact: this was the first library solely dedicated to children's books in the country! My daughter loved the music,...

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