St. Paul Public Library

St. Paul Public Library is a library system in Saint Paul with a central location, twelve branch facilities, and a bookmobile that serves residents throughout the city. The network provides services across multiple neighborhoods to reach people in different areas.

The system began in 1856 when the YMCA opened a reading room, and several associations merged in 1863 to form the Saint Paul Library Association. This foundation established the basis for the library system that exists today.

The library serves as a meeting place for different communities and hosts theater performances and literacy programs for residents. It works closely with local organizations to support people of various backgrounds and address their everyday needs.

Cardholders can access digital resources including LinkedIn Learning for video tutorials, Transparent Language Online for language learning, and JobNow for career support. These online tools make learning and career development available from any location.

In 2019 the library eliminated late fees on overdue materials as part of an effort to support lower-income residents. This policy change reflects a commitment to making library services more accessible to everyone in the community.

Location: Saint Paul

Inception: 1914

Architects: Charles Carroll Soule

GPS coordinates: 44.94389,-93.09667

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:07