Bellingham Public Library has 3 locations: Central Library, Fairhaven Branch and Barkley Village Branch. All locations are currently closed for in-building services. Physical library materials are available to the public through our Curbside Holds Pickup Service at the Central Library. Browse our collection online to place a hold on materials, then schedule an appointment for pickup during the hours listed below. Returns are also collected at the Central Library 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Bellingham Public Library is following Washington’s Safe Start Plan, which allows libraries to reopen in Phase 3. Additional staffing needs for the Curbside Holds Pickup Service and the current Remodel of the Central Library first floor prevent us from opening in Phase 2. More details are explained in our list of Library Reopening Frequently Asked Questions.
Central Library Curbside Holds Pickup and Phone Hours
Monday – Saturday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Curbside holds pickup appointments: (360) 778-7275
Library questions: (360) 778-7323
Central Library
210 Central Avenue
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 778-7323
Map to Central Library
Fairhaven Branch
1117 12th Street
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 778-7188
Map to Fairhaven Branch
Barkley Branch
3111 Newmarket St.
Suite 103
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 778-7290
Map to Barkley Branch
Holiday and Scheduled Closures
- All locations of the Bellingham Public Library will be closed for certain holidays, staff training, and days of anticipated low use.
Emergency Closures
- Please review our information about closures due to severe weather and other emergencies.
