OPEN FOR CURBSIDE PICKUP AND WALK-UP SERVICES ONLY
24/7 Exterior Returns Open
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Location Details
96 S. Grant AvenueColumbus, OH 43215614-645-2275Hours
Mon-Thur: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.Fri: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.Sat: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.Sun: 1- 5 p.m.Nearby Locations
Franklinton, Martin Luther King, Northside, ParsonsOther Locations
Main Library is located in the heart of downtown Columbus' Discovery District.
Check out the Guide to Main Library and the maps below for more information.
Main Library Parking Garage
Parking is available in Main Library's attached Parking Garage.
Wheelchairs and rolling walkers are available. Please see staff for assistance.Reserve a
Room

The Library Store
Operated by Friends of the Library
- Gift shop and book store with unique and locally produced items
- Seasonal, one-of-a-kind finds plus used books and music
- Apparel, tote bags, coffee mugs, children's toys and more
Located on the First Floor
Store Hours
Mondays and Wednesdays 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Shop online to find something for every reader on your list!
- Choose “pickup” as your delivery option when you place your order.
- When you arrive to pick up your order, pull into a Curbside Pickup spot in Main Library’s parking garage.
- Call the number on the sign and staff will help you.
Proceeds support the Friends of the Library.
Click here to learn how you can become a Friend.

Carnegie's Café
Operated by Java's
- Espresso drinks, gourmet coffee, tea and smoothies
- Bagels and baked goods from Sammy's
- Deli sandwiches, salads and sides from Freedom a la cart
Located on the First Floor
Café Hours
OFFERING CURBSIDE PICKUP AND WALK-UP SERVICE
Monday-Saturday: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Curbside Pickup:
- Pull into a Curbside Pickup spot in the parking garage.
- Call the number on the sign. Library staff will transfer you to the Café to place your order.
- Café staff will bring it to you.
Walk-Up Service:
- Call the Café number posted on the door to place your order.
- Scan the QR Code posted on the door to place your order online.
- Café staff will bring it to you.
Orders will take approximately 15 minutes to complete.
To order by phone before you arrive, call 614-479-3623.
To order online before you arrive, click here.

Carnegie Gallery
Supported by Friends of the Library
The Carnegie Gallery presents free art exhibits featuring work from both emerging and established artists. Art purchased from the exhibits, through The Library Store, supports Friends of the Library.
Located on the Second Floor.
Open to all library visitors during regular operating hours