Children’s Library

Children's Library

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Open today until 6:00pm

Monday

10:00AM - 6:00PM

Tuesday

10:00AM - 6:00PM

Wednesday

10:00AM - 6:00PM

Thursday

10:00AM - 6:00PM

Friday

10:00AM - 6:00PM

Saturday

10:00AM - 6:00PM

Sunday

Closed

1276 Harriet Street

Palo Alto, CA 94301

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Phone: (650) 329-2436

Email: pa.library@cityofpaloalto.org

Built in 1940, the Children's Library was the first freestanding library in the United States intended solely for children. The Children's Library serves children from birth through 5th grade in a fun and inviting garden setting.…

Upcoming Events

Holidays and Closures

Veteran's Day

Monday, November 11, 2024

Closed All Day
Thanksgiving Eve Early Closure

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Closes early: 5:00pm
Thanksgiving

Thursday, November 28, 2024 - Friday, November 29, 2024

Closed All Day
Christmas Eve Early Closre

Tuesday, December 24, 2024

Closes early: 5:00pm
Winter Holiday

Tuesday, December 24, 2024 - Wednesday, January 1, 2025

Closed All Day
Christmas Day

Wednesday, December 25, 2024

Closed All Day
New Year's Eve Early Closure

Tuesday, December 31, 2024

Closes early: 5:00pm

Featured Services

Secret Garden & Wishing Well

Discover a magical space behind the children's library where you can relax, read, and enjoy time with family. Don't forget to make a wish while you're there!

The Library Fairy

The Library Fairy is currently on extended holiday in the Fairy Realm. She will return soon.

Unique History

Come in to study in front of the historic fireplace and learn more about Lucy Stern and the library's unique history.

About Children's Library

- Bike Racks
- Computers & Wi-fi
- Parking Lot
- Bike Routes
On-street parking in front of the library on Harriet Street or in the parking lot shared by the Junior Museum & Zoo and the Children's Theater between Hopkins Street and Middlefield Road.

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