North Regional Library

🏢 Hennepin County Library · Minneapolis, Minnesota

North Regional Library

The spacious two-story North Regional Library on Lowry Avenue has served north Minneapolis since 1971, carrying on a library tradition that stretches back to a reading room at North High School in the 1890s. Freshly renovated in 2020–21, it is one of only a few Minneapolis branches open on Sunday — and the only one in north Minneapolis with a seed library and STEAM Squad tutoring.

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🕑 Library Hours

Monday 12pm–8pm
Tuesday 12pm–8pm
Wednesday 9am–5pm
Thursday 12pm–8pm
Friday 9am–5pm
Saturday 9am–5pm
Sunday 12pm–5pm

Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.

📍 Location, Contact & Directions

Address: 1315 Lowry Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55411

Phone: (612) 543-8450

Website: hclib.org

Plus Code: 86Q82P73+4F (Minneapolis, MN)

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📖 About North Regional Library

North Regional Library is Hennepin County Library's flagship branch for north Minneapolis, sitting at 1315 Lowry Avenue North in the heart of the city's Northside. Community library service in the area goes back to the 1890s, when a library operated inside North High School; it later moved to North Branch Library at 1834 Emerson Avenue North before the current two-story building opened in 1971. A major renovation in 2007 modernized the interior; a second renovation in 2020–21 refreshed the spaces again and added upgraded technology. The branch stands out among Minneapolis libraries for its seed library — free seed packets for home gardeners — and its STEAM Squad program, which pairs students with tutors for K–12 homework support. It hosts regular art installations and is one of the few Minneapolis branches with Sunday afternoon hours.

⭐ What makes this library special

  • Community library roots going back to the 1890s (North High School library, then Emerson Avenue North Branch); the current two-story building opened in 1971
  • Renovated twice — in 2007 and again in 2020–21 — with upgraded technology and modernized community spaces
  • Home to a seed library: free seed packets for north Minneapolis gardeners each growing season
  • STEAM Squad offers free K–12 homework help and tutoring on-site
  • One of the only Minneapolis Hennepin County branches open on Sundays (12–5 pm)

📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card

North Regional cardholders get full access to Minnesota's statewide digital resources and Hennepin County's licensed databases:

&📚 Libby / OverDriveeBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines and comics for all ages — download free with a Hennepin card.
&🎧 hooplaMovies, music, comics, audiobooks and TV on demand — no waitlists or holds.
&🎓 Electronic Library for Minnesota (ELM)State-funded databases covering academic research, newspapers, health and more — free for all Minnesotans.
&💻 LinkedIn LearningThousands of professional and software courses, free with your library card.
&🌐 Transparent Language OnlineSelf-paced courses in 70+ languages, available 24/7 to Hennepin County cardholders.

📚 Services

  • Seed library: free seed packets for home gardeners (seasonal)
  • STEAM Squad: free K–12 homework help and tutoring
  • Public computers and free Wi-Fi
  • Meeting rooms available for community reservation
  • Multilingual collections serving north Minneapolis neighborhoods
  • Art installations and exhibitions
  • smARTpass: free and discounted admission to 50+ Twin Cities arts venues
  • Interlibrary loan through the Hennepin County Library system

🎸 Programs

  • Early learning and storytime for young children
  • K–12 homework help (STEAM Squad)
  • Summer learning program
  • Arts and culture events and exhibitions
  • Books and reading programs
  • Health and wellness programming
  • Business and employment resources

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How long has there been a library in north Minneapolis, and when did the current building open?

Library service in north Minneapolis dates to the 1890s, when a reading room operated inside North High School. It later moved to the North Branch Library at 1834 Emerson Avenue North. The current two-story building at 1315 Lowry Avenue North opened in 1971 and was renovated in 2007 and again in 2020–21.

What is the seed library at North Regional, and how does it work?

The seed library offers free seed packets to north Minneapolis gardeners each growing season. Cardholders can pick up seeds to grow vegetables, herbs or flowers at home — part of the library's commitment to community food access and urban gardening.

What is STEAM Squad tutoring, and who is it for?

STEAM Squad is a free on-site homework help and tutoring program for K–12 students offered at North Regional Library. It covers science, technology, engineering, arts and math subjects. Check the branch's event calendar for current STEAM Squad session days and times.

Is North Regional Library open on Sundays?

Yes — North Regional is one of the few Hennepin County Library branches in Minneapolis open on Sunday. Sunday hours are 12 pm to 5 pm. The branch is also open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday until 8 pm for evening visits.

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