Douglass-Truth Branch
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Fully Accessible -
Safe Place
Regional Manager: Aaron Bluitt
Open for book returns 24/7.
Open Hours
- Mon 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Tue 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- Wed 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- Thu 12 p.m. - 8 p.m.
- Fri 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Sat 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Sun 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Amenities Highlights
- Meeting Room
- Study Room
- Public Computers
- Wi-Fi
- Print, Copy & Scan
- Fax
- Bike Rack
- Accessible by Bus
- Free Parking
- ADA Computer & Adaptive Equipment
- Multi-Stall Single-Gender Restrooms
- Amharic, Oromo, Spanish and Tigrinya Collections
- African American Collection
- Air Conditioning
- Book return slot is located on the south wall of the building, on E. Yesler Way, to the right of the entrance.
Seattle Reads 2025
Read this year's selection, "You Are Here: Poetry in the Natural World," edited by U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón, and join us for events that explore and celebrate the book!
Sensory Kits
We have sensory kits at every location to help make the Library more welcoming and accessible to all patrons. Ask staff to borrow one during your visit!
Upcoming Events
All Douglass-Truth Branch EventsAbout the Douglass-Truth Branch
The current Douglass-Truth Branch was expanded and reopened Oct. 14, 2006. The building follows historic preservation guidelines of the original library, which is a city landmark. It has a grand staircase as well as the Soul Pole, a totem pole depicting African-American history given to the Library in 1972 by what was then called the Rotary Boys Club.
Douglass-Truth Branch photo gallery
