I am becoming a connoisseur of Hennepin County libraries. This one is a strange one, but still does…read morethe job. First, it seems to sit on stilts. You park next to or maybe under the building. Then, you have to climb stairs to get to the library action. However, once up there, it is a pretty big library and we like their kids section, too. There are just enough books to choose from and there is a pretty good play space for the kids to burn calories while you hunt for books. We find the staff to be helpful as well. Note - I just saw something that this location may be closing soon for a major construction/rebuild project, so if true, you may have to head to the Grandview location.

Pretty good selection of poetry, could be updated with newer collections though. Pretty good for…read moreolder collections & classics though.

An evolving library, this has grown from a rectangular building to a metal and glass curvy…read morestructure, and will be redone in 2026 adding even more meeting rooms. Unique artwork finds its way into each section leading you to spend some time wandering. It seems to be one of the larger collections of books and resources in the county libraries. A large and well decorated children's section makes the library a great destination, especially on those rainy or cold days. Give it a look!

The staff are very friendly and it's a large building but a lot of drama happens in the parking…read morelot. From people standing in front of your car when you are driving out to aggressive beggars. I have heard stories of how these people have targeted the elderly library patrons. The library needs better parking lot security l. The gate to the library was also broken for 2 months.

This is a really nice Library!! It's smaller but more modern looking inside. Lots of seating…read moreoptions. I will say we went during the day on a Friday and it was pretty loud. They had toddler activities or something going on. It was a lot. Probably not idea for a quiet work space but it's cool that they offer that.

Great active public library with loads of content and welcoming spaces. This is one of the newer…read morelibraries on our county tour, it is an active, well used space. Definitely worth a stop!

Beautiful library to stop at! We stopped in search of a notary in our neighborhood and we were…read moresurprised at how gorgeous this library was. Two stories feature homework help, books, computers, CD's, and more. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming and made finding anything we needed easy. Additionally they had a book and CD sale which was extremely cheap and fun to check out ($1 for CD's, .50 for most books). We are so lucky to have a great library in our neighborhood and we find it so important to support positive third spaces in our community. Thank you to the great staff and all their hard work!

Great staff. Easy to request loans online and pickup often within a few days…read more Enough space to not feel crowded. Particularly good for kids. Lots of extras like a scavenger hunt to look for photos in the library. Also story time and music time

He Said: Came here after a weekend lunch. Great way to spend…read moresome time reading. My kid loved the Rube-Goldberg ball contraption. Pros: County library. Need I say more? Cons: N/A

Friendly staff, easy to park, walking distance to tons of things to eat, shopping, parks, community…read morecenter, etc.

Well kept, interesting architecture and art. Surrounded by huge public park, easy parking, lots of…read moremedia inventory to see, computers and learning resources are readily available. Worth a stop!

What happened to libraries being quiet spaces?? I came here to take an exam just to find screaming…read morechildren and no one doing anything about it. If your child wants to scream for hours maybe don't take them to the library. And shame on the staff for allowing that to persist.

I stopped in today to scan some documents. Finally seeing how the library looks after the big…read moreremodel. I like it and all the areas are well indicated. I like that the bathroom is essentially in the same space. Staff were friendly and helpful as I asked where I was headed. Thanks Maplewood Library!

The library is great, but Sandy in Information could use some customer service training. She was…read morevery rude and called my friend "stupid" to a co-worker.

Long lake is what I would classify an auxiliary facility, where you would go to pick up or drop off…read morematerials. There's not much room for lounging or reading, get your stuff and go. It's very nice, it's just a small storefront and not a lot to do here. It's handy, but not much to see or do here.