Come here often over the years. Nicely designed. Excellent selection of books and media. Great…read moremeeting and conference rooms.

This library is STUNNING. I don't think I could possibly take photographs that would do it justice,…read moreit's an architectural piece of art. Manages to be huge and modern and glassy while still feeling cozy. It's my absolute favorite place to curl up with a book for a few hours, or bring my laptop and work on writing my novel. It is also very clean, including the bathrooms, with helpful staff. I will say there are many homeless people who like to sleep on the comfy furniture here, and the stench can be something fierce. I'm not trying to be insensitive, but really... the smell is enough to gag me. But when I lived in Honolulu and Portland they had this same problem in the grand main branch of their library. I think it's just what happens in major cities. Fortunately, there are three floors of reading lofts where they do not go, and also all four floors have private study rooms available. You can reserve them online, or you can ask to be let into a walk-in one. They always have several available. Another nice thing about this library is the desks. They have reading lamps and power outlets for laptops. And the place is flooded with natural light. It makes a huge difference in my mental focus and clarity of mind to research or write somewhere with light that is both bright and soft, with a controlled temperature. We are lucky to have this library.

Went to a class that was held here today. It is a pretty large library. I didn't go into where the…read morebooks were but the classroom we had the class in was comfortable. Thank you

This library is the best! I love bringing my kids here on a rainy or cold day to let them get some…read moreenergy out. I wish I knew about all of the toys at this library before I had my own kids so I can incorporate into our playroom; the toys are all wood and natural and so fun! They have a play kitchen that the kids enjoy and they also have a rotating area that features different things like a pretend post office or a pretend band. Aside from the cool kid area this library is modern and easy to navigate. There is a large book selection ( an obvious must for a library) and a good amount of computers to use for internet browsing or to print. By the way, all Hennepin library card owners can print up to 20 pages for FREE each week!

Come here every so often as I live fairly close to this location. Quiet library, not as big nor…read morecrowded as other Hennepin county libraries but nice suburban size. Welcoming staff, decent catalogue selections

Nice neighborhood library. Loads of books, magazines, dvds, cds, newspapers and resources. Recently…read morerevitalize using green energy techniques that are attractive and practical! Great public resource for citizens of any age! Definitely give it a shot!

Cool Prarie style architecture building with interesting history. Nice collection of books,…read morematerials, and resource make this a busy place! Great kids section, plenty of seating, beautiful natural light make this a great public resource! Be sure to ask the knowledgeable workers at the desk about the history and what makes this library unique!!!

Wonderful HCL located in the Lennox neighborhood. What it lacks in space & selection, it makes up…read morein service. Friendly, approachable library staff actually make themselves available for help or just talk. I came today for the HCL book sale, and it was great! Lots of good reads (retired library as well as donated books) all for a super low price (mine were all $1adult books, $ .50 for kids/teen books.

Great library. Everything feels very modern on the inside, and there are a lot of great resources…read moresuch as fast internet. Most recently I rented their smaller 10 person conference room to use as a quiet space to attend a virtual meeting. The room was nice feeling and there was plenty of space. The reservation process can be done on line and was super simple!

We went to baby (ages up to 2 years old) story time on Monday morning at 10! There were a ton of…read moreother parents to connect with. They sang songs, read 3 books, and they get to play with toys afterwards in a large room. The kids area is great because it's in its own corner of the library. So many books and fun interactive toy areas. Such a great library!

This is the cutest library in the Twin Cities and it's not even close. The circular children's room…read moreis an absolute delight and my granddaughters spend hours there. They also offer puppet shows and other community events. The librarians are so kind!

Very cool old Carnegie library. Lots of activities and books to read for children. Nice atmosphere…read moregood people at the desk. Remind me how libraries were when I was a kid. Well-maintained grounds. Just a pleasant visit.

I have such a nice time at this park. I go here to study. To relax. To take in the scenery…read more It is a bit crowded but that's because it's such a nice environment. I enjoy finding quiet nooks at the park

Urban Oasis for a Peaceful Stroll! Centennial Lakes is a…read moregreat outing, earning five stars from me. I wanted a nice place to stretch my legs, and this park was just right. The paved paths make for an easy and accessible walk, suitable for a quick escape or a leisurely stroll. What really stood out to me was how quiet it felt. Even with buildings in the background, the park feels remarkably peaceful. The gentle sound of water, the rustling of leaves, and the overall calm let you forget you're in a busy area. It's a fantastic bubble of serenity. The scenery mixes urban sophistication with natural beauty. Modern buildings create a sleek backdrop for the beautifully designed waterways and landscaped grounds. Even without full bloom, you can see a real commitment to diverse plants here. I can't wait for a return visit in the spring! I can only imagine how bright and colorful it gets when everything is in full bloom. If you want a peaceful place to clear your mind, enjoy some fresh air, and take a nice walk, Centennial Lakes is a must-visit. Whether you have 15 minutes or an hour, it's the perfect spot. I left feeling refreshed and energized. I can't wait to see it come to life in the spring!

Yet another Hennepin County library anchored firmly in the neighborhood where it lives. Again,…read moreHosmer Library is a historical building with a bustling community center attitude. Local art and content let you see exactly where you are, Standard library content is great, meeting and study rooms provide public spaces to get things done. Andrew Carnegie knew what he was doing when he enable Americans with gems like Hosmer library.

My favorite library! It's very beautiful--looks like a castle. Modernized too. You could spend…read morehours here, working online or sitting in a swivel chair. Clean bathrooms. There's meeting rooms downstairs, and I've had Meetup groups schedule here. Everyone who works here is super friendly.

I'm not sure I believe this place is actually closed as their website seems to still be going…read morestrong. Nevertheless, for a mere $5 admission I was happy to explore the Brown County Historical Society and Museum when in New Ulm last year. There is not much to see in the way of exhibits (the building also houses a research library) but I'm always curious about local history when I visit a new place. Here I learned about the local farms and how the area was settled. There was also a wonderful exhibit on the US-Dakota War, something I was either never taught in history class or something that was brushed over so quickly that I forgot. A special exhibit of illustrations from Wanda Gag (local author and illustrator) was also on display at the time I was there. I also saw postings for many community events held at or sponsored by the Brown County Historical Society. While inside the museum offers a brief but informative history of New Ulm, one of the stars here is the building itself. Originally home to the US Post Office, it is described as a German Renaissance style brick building. Even if the museum and building are closed, it's worth at least stopping by to see this stunning architectural achievement.

Interesting public space. The library shares a building with the Edina Senior Center (the library…read moreis upstairs, accessible by elevator?). The space is smallish and seems to have fewer books and periodicals than most. There is some interesting art memorializing local writers, the quiet reading room is great! Parking was a problem, we had to park down the street and walk to the library. There are only a couple handicap spaces, so good luck with that. I expected more for some reason, it's a bit of a disappointment as the county libraries go for materials and resources in general.

This gem of a library has been under our noses for a few years. We recently discovered it when…read morelooking for somewhere closer than Ridgedale to return some books. It has quickly become our favorite branch. There is always parking out front and the kids section is pretty much right inside the front door. The kids selection is quite good, with many books, spanning many topics. We also like to take out Spanish books and there are many to choose from. And while you look for books, there is a great little play space for the kids. The staff here is friendly and helpful, too.