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Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh - Main (Oakland)
Located in the heart of Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – Main serves as the primary, full-service resource for current and historic materials and information for Pittsburgh.
Learn more about our efforts to envision the role of CLP – Main in a fast-evolving city and region.
- Public Computers
- Free Wifi
- Wireless Printing – small fee may apply
- Copier – small fee may apply
- Fax Machine and Scanner Station
- Coffee Shop
- Meeting Rooms
- Air Conditioning
- Courtyard or Outdoor Space
- Community Garden (seasonal)
- Art Gallery
- The Labs
- Exterior Book Return (for after hours returns)
- Guided Group Visits (by appointment)
LOCATION
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh - Main (Oakland)
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh - Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
MAKE IT A NIGHT
ALBUQUERQUE LITTLE THEATRE
Cheese Coffee Caf Downtown - Liu Chinese Fast Food
- Vinaigrette
- Garcias Kitchen The Original
- Route 66 Malt Shop
- Bottger Mansion of Old Town
Bottger Mansion of Old Town- Liu Chinese Fast Food
Bottger Mansion of Old Town - Liu Chinese
- Vinaigrette
Accessibility Information
Accessibility
- Fully ADA compliant
- Two accessible entrances
- Elevator access to all Library floors
- Designated parking in garage
PARKING INFO
Main Library
CLP – Main has two accessible entrances. The first is via a lift underneath the library’s main entrance facing Schenley Plaza. The lift is accessible via a set of sidewalk switchbacks to the right of the front steps. There is a switch assisted door that leads to the lift.
The other way to enter the Main Library is from the library/museum parking lot opposite Craig St. There is designated accessible parking both above ground and in the garage. From the garage, take the elevators to the 6th floor and exit to the left. Access to the library is through the Portal Entrance. Once you pass through the glass doors take the left side ramp and make the first right turn into the hallway with the photographs on the wall. Follow the signs for the Library Elevator.
Restrooms are fully accessible.
Bus Routes
54C, 61A, 61B, 61C, 67A, 67C, 67E, 67F, 67J, 69, 71A, 71B, 71C, 71D, 75, 93
All bus routes are subject to change. Please visit the Port Authority of Allegheny County for up-to-date schedules.
Users requiring further information or assistance can reach the library at 412.622.3114
Oct 15, 2022
Jun 12, 2022