Altadena Main Library

Welcome to our mid-century modern library that serves Altadena and surrounding areas with online technology, books for all levels, movies, music, special collections, computers, meeting space, educational programs, and community-building events (like concerts)!

Child signs up for library card at Main Library

  • This mid-century modern library was designed by famed architect Boyd Georgi and opened in 1967.

  • No! The Bob Lucas branch is part of the Altadena Library District.

  • The entrance to our Passport Office is located directly from the parking lot on the west end of the building.

  • Yes. All materials checked out from the Altadena Main Library or Bob Lucas Branch may be returned at either location. We do not accept items from Pasadena libraries.

  • Yes, we can place books on hold for you from either location. It takes approximately 24 business hours to transfer items.

  • Yes. Printing and copying in black and white is 15 cents per page, 30 cents double-sided. Printing and copying in color is 50 cents per page, $1 double-sided.

    Faxing is 50 cents per page.

  • Yes. Please contact 626-798-0833 Ext. 118 to make an appointment.