(213) 228-7000
630 W 5th Street
(Grand Avenue)
Los Angeles,
CA
90071
34.0503
-118.2544
Neighborhoods: New Downtown, Downtown, Central LA
Hours:
Mon-Thu 10am-8pm
Fri-Sat 10am-6pm
Sun 1pm-5pm
Parking:
Pay lot
Richard Riordan Central Library
What People Are Saying About Richard Riordan Central Library
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – Built in 1926, the Central Library is the nerve center of the Los Angeles library system. Located in Downtown L.A., the original five-story building has since blossomed into a massive multi-level structure housing more than two million books (it's the country's third largest public library in terms of book and periodical holdings) and various cultural exhibits. Aside from the mind-boggling number of tomes, the numerous decorative and architectural features can be pored over for hours: Storybook character panel carvings in the children's court, colorful chandeliers and catalog…
08/15/02
By far the best.
by izelmorena
Im glad to see this library recovered fully from the fire. The interior is contemporary and clean. Everything has been well laid out. You can find almost any book here, and if not, the librarians will be more than willing to assist you in either locating the book or finding one better than the one you were looking for. Take a ride in the elevator, youll find the old card catalogue system on your way up and down. Outside is a beautiful sitting area laid out in tiers. Youll also find that they offer many programs for kids, teens and adults alike.
- Pros: Find any book, Friendly Staff, Great Park Entrance
The Details on Richard Riordan Central Library
Parking:
Park at the 524 S Flower garage after 3pm weekdays for $1, until the library closes. Park before 3pm and it's $1 for the first hour, $2.30 for each additional hour.
The Extras:
Popular film titles are available for free, two-day rental, documentaries for seven days.
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