St. Louis Public Library - Central Library

"The place is fantastic; the library is beautiful and clean for the most part, and parking is available in the front for a maximum of 2 hours It could be increased with the app. The library card offer. So many possibilities and benefits and the library itself is awesome. Has extremely rare books on the 3rd floor. People wanting to make music but don't have the equipment well they have it there. Also 3D printing with the ability of them Teaching. The 3D printing and engraving and other devices such as professional graded printers. The place is fantastic for the most part. Very well-kept & clean. There were some downfalls to many homeless people roaming around, but not seeming to cause an issue. They are reading books for the most part And it's understandable It's a pretty good, legit place to hang out kind of Being able to use the bathroom with peace. The first floor has a little cafeteria open from a certain time and offers some sort of food and coffee. The security guards are all around the place. And for the 3rd floor with rare books that location, you have to be buzzed in if you're going to be touching anything. Everything is secured with cameras from every angle which is amazing for those weird interesting Rare hundred-plus-year-old books and more. Plus all the people in the library that were workers were amicable. I was amazed with creative section where they had the opportunity to use sound systems, computers for video—editing, painting, 3D printing engraving And so much more. With very good paper quality Pro: Place is beautiful Parking in front with app (2hr max) Rare books 3rd floor Very clean building 3rd printer, Engraver machine and high professional graded printers. The list goes on Library card Perks and benefits. ( Audiobooks, streaming, ebooks and music) The place is Quiet and great for studying. For those who love architecture. One love the building and the vast great masonry work. Cons: A lot of homeless people around I would not feel comfortable leaving anything around. - the front of the library also has a lot of homeless people in front leaving food and bags at the front entrance. Other than that, the place was great!!"

"Maybe St. Louis's best building interior. Don't miss it. Also has books and events. As of 02.2024 cafe is back open 10a-2p. Scale is difficult to show in cell cam pics. See it for yourself"

"The Central Library in downtown Saint Louis is absolutely gorgeous, inside and out. The architecture and stained glass is stunning! The bride and groom received a permit for us to take photos on their wedding day there - a permit is required, just FYI. When we arrived, the employee was very accommodating and gave us clear directions on where we could take photos and where we could not, which was a huge help. It was a quiet day, no one bothered us, it was a really lovely experience and the bride and groom were thrilled with the outcome. If you have a chance to visit the Central Library, it's worth the trip! Photos by: @joshandlindseyphoto"

"What a nice place with such a historical value. Good collection of books. Too bad this place does not have a good parking for public. Kind of shocked by the number of homeless people hanging out inside the place. Hopefully this place will improve conditions in future."

"Beautiful library with a modern first floor and a classic second floor. This library has mixed the old and the new in a very interesting way. For example, the ceilings are 16th century European style, while the bookshelves are all modern. This contrasting theme runs throughout this library and gives it a unique beauty and character in the city of St. Louis."