Stunning architecture and an impressive edifice. Gorgeous stonework and painted ceilings. Loved…read morevisiting!

The St. Paul Public Library is absolutely gorgeous. I came here on a Sunday and it was my first…read moretime visiting. From the outside it looks massive, so when you walk in it can feel a bit more compact than expected, but that is because there are so many different rooms and dedicated spaces instead of one large open area. Each section feels purposeful, which I really liked. The staff were all very kind, and there is a lot more here than just books. There are separate areas for magazines, media, and reading spaces, along with a makerspace that includes things like a 3D printer, a laser engraver, and other equipment that would normally be very expensive to access. Having that available for free is a huge plus. The building itself is beautiful, with a lot of marble and multiple floors that make it feel historic and well maintained. It is a great place to study or just spend some time, and I would definitely recommend checking it out if you are ever in St. Paul.

Currently there is construction around the library but it is still open. The bathrooms are only…read moreaccessible by going outside & around to the next door (they are working on this!) Helpful staff here.

Love this place! Not only is there a jungle-esk feature right outside the doors to this beautiful…read morelibrary but your kids area in the library is HUGE. Lots of fun and interactive toys for them and most importantly a bathroom in the kids section when they need to go! Great place to go on a snowy or rainy day.

Love this little library more and more each time I go there…read more For one, the first trip I took, I made friends with one of the librarians there (Matt), who helped get me signed up for a library card and explain all the services I could get through the library. Matt always recognizes me (and/or my husband) and will go out of his way to say hi. It's really so sweet. Further, I love the selection available here. Especially of LGBTQ+ books. I anticipate this will be a great boon during the winter months when I end up holed up devouring books for entertainment. I was super happy when I saw the kiosk they created for Pride Month (June) to showcase a number of their books available. I also appreciated seeing menstrual products available for free in the men's restroom. The kids area is super duper cute, with lots of painted murals and such. In the back, there's a large table to work on jigsaw puzzles. They have some books available for purchase books at very affordable prices too towards the front. You can rent DVDs/blurays too. And there are computers you can use. They do occasional classes or events/activities. The library is clean and cozy in good condition. I wouldn't mind spending an extended time there. The checkout process is really simple/easy-to-use and highly automated. So glad this library exists near me!

I'm just starting to experience all the many services Libraries currently offer (beyond book…read morelending). I attended a training class for 3D printing. The instructor, Matt, was very knowledgeable and helpful. In class, we used a modeling software package to make a design. Matt is going to look at our designs and make adjustments and suggestions prior to printing. You can reserve a 3D printer for up to 4 hours. I can't wait to print my design. I'm looking to create some custom earrings. I also attended a Fix-it-Clinic. It was packed! I didn't have time to wait for suggestions on the repair of a speaker but I hope to attend the next clinic or check out another library. Lots of people getting sewing repairs, lamps, appliances, etc repaired by many knowledgeable repairers. Libraries offer so many free services. It's worth applying to their newsletters and checking out a future event.

As good as libraries get. Great staff, clean, quiet, lots of light inside. Great private clean…read morebathrooms. Nice parking lot.

Do not go here after school gets out! It is used as a free babysitting service for kids! They are…read moreall over and very loud and rude!

Need some peace and quiet? Come here. I never even knew this place was here. It's amazing what you…read morecan find in your own neighborhood. Very nice library that is completely quiet, open to the public, clean and a nice little place to escape and concentrate. - Free wifi -Friendly and helpful staff - Lounge area with big comfy chairs, magazines, ottomans - Three computer terminals Many times they have a cart situated outside the entrance with discarded books to take. I've found a few interesting titles. Lots of old discarded law text books. It's a nice, peaceful and very quiet library.

This is a wonderful place to come and study. Hundreds and hundreds of helpful law books that are…read moregreat aids to doing legal research. Very quiet. Very secluded. They offer Minnesota voter registration cards, free law books, and a take one leave one library with books that are unrelated to law.

I was doing consulting work and a provider didn't have a newer printer with scanning features and…read morejammed up his paper feed, so we drove over to this library. At first, we were going to make copies but scanning to email was free. It was not busy and 2 library staff assisted us with 2 sided document scanning to email. On the way out, I saw a poster for 7 day MN state park passes for free. I'll have to see if my local library has this. 5/5 for helpful library staff and free scanning to email service.

Went to another class at the Centennial Library. This class was on wisk broom making. The…read moreinstructor was from the textile center in Minneapolis. She was very knowledgeable of the techniques in making the wisk brooms. They can be used for very small tasks and are decorative. This as all the library classes are free to attend backed by the Minnesota legacy fund. Thank you! This is such a great program!!

This is an interesting partnership between Saint Paul Public Libraries and Parks and Recs... which,…read moreif you really think about it makes a lot of sense. I've been here several times, but interestingly, I've only been to one room - the community room. Arlington Hills has done a great job of providing community events, workshops, speakers, readings, etc. Challenges: The parking lot is limited, so I've had to park on the street either on the other side of the park or on the other side of Payne Avenue. Unfortunately, there isn't really a cross walk and Payne Avenue can get busy so it's not recommended if you have small children with you. Overall, I'm impressed with what I've experienced there: - Twin Cities World Refugee Day Festival - Hmong Chronicles - reading with Kao Kalia Yang - Hmong Herbs Workshop - Hmong Elders theater

I haven't used it yet but... You can pay $30 a year for access to a gym!? That's amazing. I am…read morenewly cancer free and will need an accessible way to begin exercising. The fact that I can also pick-up all my latest dvd requests from the Arlington Hills branch of the library at the same spot? This is heavenly. All the stars.

As far as free attractions that are meaningful go, this one is available to all those who want to…read morestop by. Take a moment to appreciate the history.