Olympia Timberland Library

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Olympia Timberland Library The official page of the Olympia Timberland Library in historic downtown Olympia, Washington. Olympia joined the Timberland library district in 1968.

In December of 1896, the Women’s Club of Olympia established a library service with “reading matter” donated by citizens. In March 1909, the city offered to take over the collection of some 900 volumes and maintain a public library. The Olympia library was housed in a Carnegie building at 7th and Franklin until 1978 when a new library was built and opened at 8th and Franklin. The library underwent extensive remodels in 2000 and 2008. In 2000, the building was recarpeted and painted; a meeting room was converted to additional space for the children's area; and new public computers, computer stations, a teen area and shelving for about 10,000 additional items were added. In 2008, the circulation and information desks were replaced, the building was recarpeted and painted in bright, warm colors, the lounge furniture was replaced, and the computer stations were refurbished.

Laufey Book Club Library Cards have arrived.
09/18/2026

Laufey Book Club Library Cards have arrived.

Reminder that all TRL libraries will be closed this upcoming Wednesday the 16th for an all-staff training. We will see y...
09/12/2026

Reminder that all TRL libraries will be closed this upcoming Wednesday the 16th for an all-staff training. We will see you back in the branch on Thursday!

In September, we celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month! Did you know there is no age restriction for a library card, and ...
09/11/2026

In September, we celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month! Did you know there is no age restriction for a library card, and not only can you get books, movies, and music at the library, but also: free printing, pre-loaded game tablets, birding backpacks, Explore Passes, seeds, book club kits, bike maintenance kits, and so much more? Check out https://trl.org/library-of-things/, and bring in a friend to get them signed up for their library card!

Reminder that all TRL libraries are closed this Monday September 7th in observance of Labor Day. We'll see you on Tuesda...
09/06/2026

Reminder that all TRL libraries are closed this Monday September 7th in observance of Labor Day. We'll see you on Tuesday!

We love you, Dolly! Come by the Olympia library for a Dolly & literacy themed display, sign your child up for Dolly Part...
09/02/2026

We love you, Dolly! Come by the Olympia library for a Dolly & literacy themed display, sign your child up for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library and don't forget that you can put her many albums, movies, and books on hold on our website! 💗

One of the most popular programs of the year - Stuffie Sleepover - happened this week! Check out the adventures that the...
08/22/2026

One of the most popular programs of the year - Stuffie Sleepover - happened this week! Check out the adventures that the stuffies got up to while staying overnight at the library!

Explore this photo album by Timberland Regional Library on Flickr!

Important reminder!!
08/14/2026

Important reminder!!

📣If you have Rainier’s tickets from Summer Library Program, 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟭𝟱 is the last day the promo code on your ticket will be active! Make sure you reserve your seats asap for an August 25-27 game! ⚾️

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313 8th Avenue SE
Olympia, WA
98501

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm

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