Columbus Metropolitan Library - Main Library

At Columbus Metropolitan Library, our purpose is to inspire reading, share resources and connect people.

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    (614) 645-2275

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    columbuslibrary.org

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Address

96 S Grant Ave (at E State St) Columbus , OH 43215 United States

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Terreece Clarke

Top notch children's programming. Weekly storytime for all ages, hands-on learning activities. Multi-media interactive areas, teen area & awesome artwork & displays. The things they can do with paper!

Ken Baldwin

Carnegie family designed this Library . It's a huge facility and might be fun to check out the neighborhood its in. Discovery District is historic and boasts large mansions.

Adriana R

Great place for families and playdates. I always take my son here. We’re both avid readers. We leave with a ton of books in are tote bags. They have great summer programs, too.

Aubre Andrus LLC

The Columbus library system has been ranked number one in the country . There are 3 floors where you can access the free wi-fi with a decent amount of tables and chairs to work from.

Adriana R

The library has always been a great source of knowledge and wonder. I can always find what I’m looking for.

Amy King

We are so lucky to have access to such an amazing library system in Central Ohio. The remodel is fantastic. Great work!

Savvy Sexy Social

Savvy Sexy Social is a mobile brand so we love to go here to get some reserved rooms and quiet atmosphere for our time with clients. Absolutely gorgeous library .

HORAN - Wealth Management

Columbus Metropolitan Library Dublin branch which is at 7 minutes drive from Health Benefits consultant HORAN

Doc R

What a wonderful genealogy collection! It is amazing what you can find here! And I came all the way from California to use it...

Terreece Clarke

Make your own stencils, puppets and cut outs of all kinds for free. Just bring your own paper and get busy with the die machine.

jiresell

Beautiful with the new 2016 remodel. Lots of employees willing and able to assist with your needs.

Matt

Don't forget to bring your parking ticket with you from the underground garage . The exit gates WILL NOT OPEN unless you use the pay machines by the elevators on Level 1 before you leave.

Jared Campbell

Fantastic map collection on the third floor.

Vicki Frost

Great for rainy days. A play space for small children. Also, 11am on Saturday is Story Time for Toddlers . Do not miss!

Benjamin Meyer

So beautiful inside with amazing programs. A must visit

Diane Meves

Kids area is chock full of graphic novels on the far back wall.

Natalya Elizabeth

One of the nicest libraries I’ve ever been to!

Mike Rich

Big modern library . Paid parking . Wifi speed 20-35 Mbps

Jon Davidson

I've lived in NY and Boston. This is easily the best library I have ever visited and one of the great wonders of Columbus, OH Read more

John Delia

3rd floor is an excellent area to be productive!

Joyce Ray

could spend all day searching the stacks - amazing artwork , cozy spots to read on a chilly day.

Kathleen Hussein

Love the remodel:-)

J Hamlin

Easy parking garage - remember to bring your ticket inside to pay

Rachel

Gorgeous!!!!

Hope McGonigle

Best library system in the country - and I'm not just saying that

J Hamlin

Great community rooms to utilize

Lindsey

So many cheapies in their store!

Juliana

Volunteer here if you can! Great experience, particularly for a group.

Elizabeth Lessner

Consistently wins best library in the country .

Leeann Clingo

Toddler story time at 10:30 am

ViV Loh

After NYC, home of the largest library system in the nation!

easyColumbus

Check out the #1 Library in the Nation! Read more

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Awesome little park! One of the best I've seen! Very cool concept, and very nicely executed. Definitely worth checking out! - J.D. Cox

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Great beer and fresh food selections. Convenient to the Brewery District and German Village. - jiresell

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Must try the fried leeks. Had the vegan THE REAL MAN and THE OLD FAITHFUL. Delicious - Tammy Pollock