Vermont Square Branch

The Vermont Square Branch showcases Renaissance Revival and Mediterranean Revival designs with brick and terracotta exterior elements at its 1201 West 48th Street location.

Constructed in 1913, this library building stands as one of three remaining Carnegie libraries within the Los Angeles Public Library network still in operation.

The children's reading room displays three original artworks by Leo Politi, including a drawing he created of a young library patron in 1972.

The library maintains extensive hours from Monday through Saturday, offering computer services, wireless printing, and regular community programs for different age groups.

Two art installations by Nobuho Nagasawa incorporate preschool stools spelling IMAGINATION and a reference table featuring banned book titles with a magnifying glass.

Location: Los Angeles County

Architects: Sumner Hunt

Architectural style: Renaissance Revival architecture, Mediterranean Revival architecture

Part of: Los Angeles Public Library

Address: Vermont Square Branch, 1201 W. 48th St., Los Angeles, CA 90037-2838, USA 90037-2838

Phone: +13232907405

Website: https://lapl.org/branches/vermont-square

GPS coordinates: 33.99972,-118.29500

Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25