Minneapolis Central Library, Public library building on Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, US
The Minneapolis Central Library spans 353,000 square feet across five floors above ground and two underground levels, featuring concrete, glass, and limestone construction.
The library system originated in 1885, with the current structure, designed by architect César Pelli, opening its doors to the public in 2006.
The library maintains a collection of 2.4 million items including books in 30 languages, alongside regular exhibitions in the Cargill Gallery.
The facility provides 300 public computers, multiple meeting rooms, a Teen Tech Center, and specialized spaces including a Patent and Trademark Resource Center.
The building incorporates an 8,140-square-foot atrium and an 18,560-square-foot green roof designed for sun and drought resistance.
Location: Minneapolis
Inception: 1885
Architects: César Pelli
Architectural style: postmodern architecture
Floors above the ground: 5
Floors below the ground: 2
Elevators: 6
Made from material: concrete, glass, limestone
Part of: Hennepin County Library
Address: 300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55401 55401 55401
Phone: +16125438000
Website: https://hclib.org/minneapoliscentral
GPS coordinates: 44.98056,-93.27000
Latest update: March 6, 2025 10:50
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