North Portland Library

North Portland Library is a public library at 512 N Killingsworth Street featuring Jacobean architectural details that reflect its historical character. The building provides reading spaces, collections, and media access for the local community.

The library was founded in 1913 and has served as an educational hub for North Portland for more than a century. The building remained a key part of the Multnomah County Library system through the neighborhood's growth and change.

The library serves as a gathering place for people from different backgrounds and maintains collections in multiple languages. Regular events such as children's storytimes shape the rhythm of neighborhood life here.

The building underwent extensive renovations and reopened in winter 2024/2025 with improved accessibility for all visitors. Plan ahead by checking current hours and expect easier access throughout the facility.

The building displays distinctive Jacobean architectural elements that set it apart from other public libraries across the Portland metropolitan area. These carefully crafted details are visible upon closer inspection during your visit.

Location: Multnomah County

Inception: 1913

Architectural style: Jacobean architecture

Part of: Multnomah County Library

Address: North Portland Library, 512 N Killingsworth Street, Portland, OR 97217

Phone: +15039885394

Website: https://multcolib.org/library-location/north-portland

GPS coordinates: 45.56250,-122.67200

Latest update: December 14, 2025 15:00