Seattle Public Library-Central Library in Seattle

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  Matt Grimm

  :: 01 April 2018 14:32:36

  I love libraries but this one is awkward. If you woke up one day as a zombie and needed a place to hang out, chat with your zombie buddies, and look for your next meal, this spot would be your jam. Like a lot of Seattle, good intentions with poor design.

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  Kevin Kay

  :: 15 March 2018 15:01:22

  You'll be hard pressed to find a more unique library in this country. I toured it for a class and was awestruck by the architecture, vibrant colors, and friendly staff. In you're in the city, join! Utilize that free library. Stay for a bit to check out a book, or stay all day! It doesn't matter. Overall a great space.

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  Aaron Johnson

  :: 19 February 2018 14:00:45

  Very beautiful library with a huge selection of books and a nice quiet place to sit and get some work done if need be. From the outside the design looks almost unreal but I assure you, it is plenty safe inside this remarkable design of a city's central library.

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  Bimal Sandhu

  :: 28 January 2018 05:55:28

  I've been to seattle hundreds of times and always wanted to visit this library. I have a huge interest and appreciation for interior design and architecture. My boyfriend and I finally went here and were amazed by the design. That's an obvious fact. I did read online that there are many homeless people that loiter here and there were a lot more than I expected. It's definitely off-putting. I wouldn't want to bring a young child here to wander. I went to use the bathroom and had a very uncomfortable experience. The bathroom stall doors end at about neck level (depending on your height ...) there was an intimidating looking woman that was just hanging around almost like she was there to try and sneak a peek of people. I got intense anxiety and rushed out of there.

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  Griffen Wolfe

  :: 30 December 2017 03:01:17

  Biggest library I've ever been in. It's literally 10 floors worth of millions of books ranging from every subject you could possibly think of. Tons of different study rooms, reading rooms, conference rooms, map rooms, and every floor was organized by subject (i.e. art, geography, poetry, etc). The view from inside is incredible, and the viewing platform on the tenth floor is actually terrifying. Overall, a great visit whether you're looking for resources or just touring the city.