Through its Central Library and 72 branches, the Los Angeles Public Library provides free and easy access to information, ideas, books and technology that enrich, educate and empower every individual in our city's diverse communities.

Through its Central Library and 72 branches, the Los Angeles Public Library provides free and easy access to information, ideas, books and technology that enrich, educate and empower every individual in our city's diverse communities.

Richard J. Riordan Central Library, primarily known as the Los Angeles Central Library, is the main branch of the Los Angeles Public Library (LAPL), in Downtown Los Angeles. It is named after Mayor of Los Angeles Richard Riordan. It consists of two buildings: the Goodhue Building and the Tom Bradley addition, from 1925 and 1993, respectively. [3]

The Los Angeles Public Library system (LAPL) is a public library system in the City of Los Angeles, California, operating separate from the Los Angeles County Public Library system.

2024年12月21日 · With its vast collections and ample programming, the Central Library holds the stories of L.A.'s past, while guiding visitors towards the future. Meanwhile, it's own unlikely comeback story makes it one of the city's true icons.

2024年11月8日 · Los Angeles is blessed with one of the most beautiful main libraries in the whole country. More than a building, at times the Central Library feels like a temple to the written word, with architecture meant to inspire awe and artwork created to delight. It’s one of the architectural highlights of the city, and also one of its best cultural ...

Richard J. Riordan Central Library, primarily known as the Los Angeles Central Library, is the main branch of the Los Angeles Public Library (LAPL), in Downtown Los Angeles. It is named after Mayor of Los Angeles Richard Riordan, although locals refer to the library as Central Library and not by this name.

The Richard Riordan Central Library serves as the centerpiece of the Los Angeles Public Library system. It is both a circulating library and major research center housing special collections of California history, maps, and historic photographs.

The Central Library is located at 630 W. 5th St, Los Angeles, California between Grand Avenue and Hope Street. Library docents lead tours on weekdays at 12:30 pm. There are three tours on Saturdays at 11 am, 12:30 pm, and 2 pm. You can also pick up a tour guide at the information booth or on the library website.

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