Los Angeles Central Library, Public library building in Downtown Los Angeles, United States.
The Central Library occupies an entire city block with its Mediterranean Revival architecture, featuring a prominent tower topped by a pyramid with suns.
The library opened in 1926 under architect Bertram Goodhue's design and underwent major restoration after a devastating fire damaged the building in 1986.
The library maintains extensive collections of rare books, manuscripts, and photographs, documenting the development of Los Angeles through different periods.
The facility provides free access to computers, study spaces, meeting rooms, and guided tours throughout its eight floors of public service areas.
The rotunda features murals depicting California's history, while the exterior walls display carved philosophical quotations in multiple languages and scripts.
Location: Los Angeles
Location: Los Angeles County
Architects: Bertram Goodhue
Architectural style: International Style
Part of: Los Angeles Public Library
Address: Central Library, 630 West Fifth St., Los Angeles, CA 90071-2097, USA 90071-2097 90071-2097
Phone: +12132287571
Website: https://lapl.org/branches/central-library
GPS coordinates: 34.05009,-118.25581
Latest update: May 18, 2025 16:43
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