Douglass-Truth Branch
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Regional Manager: Steve DelVecchio
Curbside services are available Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. Open for book returns 24/7.
Hours this week:
- Mon closed
- Tue 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
- Wed 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
- Thu 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
- Fri 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
- Sat 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
- Sun closed
Amenities Highlights
- Free Public Computers
- Wi-Fi
- Air Conditioning
- Meeting Room
- Study Room
- African-American Collection of Literature and History
- Bilingual Staff
- Multi-Stall Single-Gender Restrooms
- Book return slot is located on the south wall of the building, on E. Yesler Way, to the right of the entrance
Road to Reopening
Some Library locations are accepting book returns and offering curbside and in-building services, as well as public restroom access during limited hours. Find out more about the Library’s current services on our Road to Reopening page.
COVID-19 Resources
Find information about vaccinations from local and national sources, along with other health and pandemic resources.
Featured 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. (Due to age and exposure to the elements, the Soul Pole has recently been taken down for evaluation and possible restoration. Keep up to date at www.spl.org/SoulPole.)
Douglass-Truth Branch photo gallery
