Tacoma Public Library

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1102 Tacoma Ave S

Tacoma, WA 98402

+1 (253) 280-2800

https://www.tacomalibrary.org

The Tacoma Public Library supports learning and knowledge through self-education for residents and visitors. The library offers access to books, magazines, newspapers and journals. It provides computer classes, as well as organizes workshops, storytimes, and cultural and adult programs. The Tacoma Public Library also offers a database of more than 500 clubs and organizations. The library provides a selection of over 130,000 children's books, videos, CDs and story tapes. In addition, it offers library-sponsored programs for adults, children and families. The library operates the Tacoma Public Library Foundation, which encourages children to read and buy books and DVDs. It features community meeting rooms. The library provides interlibrary loan services for print and microform materials. The Tacoma Public Library offers a library card that features access to library collections and items in circulation.

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3.523 reviews

Sammi V.

7/4/2025

I am very happy with the new Main branch. It deserved it new makeover. It has plenty of space for adults, teen and children. The library staff are very helpful. I have visited after it's...

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John B.

10/19/2017

Holy parchment, Batman, there sure are tons of books here! The Tacoma Public Library still relies on the notion that we need books made out of paper in order to enjoy the art of reading. This...

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Hector S.

2/17/2018

I love the main branch of the Tacoma Library. I visit almost weekly. The vast majority of the staff are very helpful and friendly. There's one lady who isn't very pleasant, but I just avoid her....

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Nancy C.

12/26/2019

They have a great selection and some decent viewing areas for some historical cases. I do think however they allow the transients to overrun the facility which makes it much more uncomfortable and...

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Fernando G.

11/27/2019

If you are worried about parking take the bus or walk its free stop complaining. Also do not come here smelling like you have not shower in months they probide lots of resources for you tofind a...

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