Collinwood Branch — Cleveland Public Library
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Collinwood Branch — Cleveland Public Library
Opened in 1928 and designed by the renowned Cleveland firm Walker & Weeks, the Collinwood Branch sits in the heart of Cleveland's Collinwood neighborhood. Its modernized classic facade — featuring a large arched entrance — opens onto a 14,100-square-foot fireproof brick building that has served northeast Cleveland families for nearly a century, with free parking and open six days a week.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10am–6pm |
| Tuesday | 10am–6pm |
| Wednesday | 10am–6pm |
| Thursday | 10am–6pm |
| Friday | 10am–6pm |
| Saturday | 10am–6pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 856 E 152nd Street, Cleveland, OH 44110
Phone: (216) 623-6934
Website: cpl.org
Plus Code: 86HWHC4F+9M (Cleveland, OH)
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📖 About Collinwood Branch — Cleveland Public Library
The Collinwood Branch of the Cleveland Public Library has anchored the Collinwood neighborhood since 1928. Designed by Walker & Weeks — the same firm behind Cleveland's Public Hall and Severance Hall — the building showcases a modernized classic style with a sweeping arched entrance, decorative brickwork, and a steel structure with brick shelving that made it one of Cleveland's early fireproof library buildings. Originally laid out with three club rooms that could be opened into one large auditorium by folding doors, the branch was remodeled in 1980. Today it offers free Wi-Fi, public computers with internet access, printing, copying, scanning, and faxing services, plus dedicated free parking. Located within walking distance of the Fifth District Cleveland Police Station and a U.S. Post Office, the branch serves the broader Collinwood community with bus access via routes 1, 37, 31, and 39 and is part of the Cleveland Public Library system's catalog and digital resources network.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Historic 1928 building designed by Walker & Weeks, the same Cleveland firm behind Public Hall and Severance Hall
- Modernized classic architecture with a distinctive large arched entrance and fireproof brick-and-steel construction
- Original three-room layout with folding doors that convert club rooms into one large auditorium
- Dedicated free parking on site, plus bus access via routes 1, 37, 31, and 39
- Open Monday through Saturday 10am–6pm, serving Collinwood residents steps from a U.S. Post Office
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Collinwood cardholders unlock statewide digital resources through Ohio's public library network:
📚 Services
- Free Wi-Fi and public computers with internet access
- Printing, copying, scanning, and faxing (fee applies)
- Dedicated free on-site parking
- Book Locker for 24-hour holds pickup
- Interlibrary loan through the Cleveland Public Library system
- Reference and reader's advisory assistance
🎸 Programs
- After-school programs for teens and tweens
- Creative arts workshops (sewing, crafts, nail design)
- Children's storytimes and sensory activities
- Community events and seasonal programming
- Summer reading program
📍 Nearby Libraries in Cleveland
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Collinwood Branch open and who designed it?
The Collinwood Branch opened in 1928. It was designed by Walker & Weeks, the prominent Cleveland architectural firm also responsible for landmarks like Public Hall and Severance Hall. The building features a modernized classic style with a large arched entrance and fireproof brick-and-steel construction, and was remodeled in 1980.
What were the three club rooms in the original building?
The Collinwood Branch was originally designed with three club rooms separated by folding doors. By opening those doors, the three rooms could be combined into one large auditorium for community events — a flexible design feature that made the branch a true neighborhood gathering place.
Is parking available at the Collinwood Branch?
Yes. The Collinwood Branch has dedicated free parking available on site. It is also served by Cleveland RTA bus routes 1, 37, 31, and 39.
What digital resources can I access with a Cleveland Public Library card from Collinwood?
CPL cardholders get free access to the Ohio Web Library (OPLIN) statewide database collection covering news, genealogy, academic journals, and more, as well as Libby/OverDrive for eBooks and audiobooks, hoopla for streaming media, and Kanopy for films — all free with your card.
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