The Seattle Public Library Is Closed On Thanksgiving Day
All locations of The Seattle Public Library and book returns at the Central Library will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28.
Explore staff picks and find out how to download e-books and other media.
Use free research tools and take online classes with your Library card.
Discover our wide range of programs and services, including resources, classes, events and special exhibits.
Get started with a Library card and learn how to manage your account.
Start here to learn how to make payments on your account, change your PIN or set up how you would like to receive Library notifications.
On this page:
You can update your first name on your account at any time without official documentation.
Explore Change Your Name on Your Account
Find out about fees on late or lost materials
Explore Fees & Lost Materials
Learn about options to get help with your fees and restore access to your account.
Explore Get Help With Library Fees
You can get notifications from us by email, text or phone, or sign up for Library Elf to customize your notification schedule.
Explore Get Library Notifications
Find answers to your questions about setting up and using your Library account.
Explore How to Manage Your Account
Starting on Jan. 2, 2020, we will no longer charge daily late fines for overdue items, thanks to the 2019 Library Levy.
Explore No More Late Fines
Pay your Library charges with a credit or debit online or by check or money order.
Explore Payments
Pick up your Library materials from one of our convenient 24-hour lockers.
Explore SPL Lockers
If you have a question or need help, Ask Us or call 206-386-4636.