Whetstone Branch
🏢 Columbus Metropolitan Library — Columbus, Ohio
Whetstone Branch
The Whetstone Branch serves the Clintonville neighborhood on North High Street, a highly rated community library beside Whetstone Park with a dedicated children's and teen area.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9 AM – 9 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM – 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM – 9 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM – 9 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM – 6 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM – 6 PM |
| Sunday | 1 PM – 5 PM |
Hours may vary on holidays.
📍 Location & Contact
Address: 3909 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43214
Phone: (614) 645-2275
Website: columbuslibrary.org
📖 About Whetstone Branch
The Whetstone Branch of the Columbus Metropolitan Library sits at 3909 N. High St. in the Clintonville neighborhood on the city's north side, near the entrance to Whetstone Park and its Park of Roses. Part of the 23-location CML system, it functions as a neighborhood library for one of Columbus's established residential districts, with a free parking lot, self-checkout, public computers, and dedicated spaces for children and teens. A study room is available for quiet work, and staff are frequently praised in patron reviews for reading recommendations and help placing holds. The branch carries a 4.8-star Google rating across more than 260 reviews, reflecting its role as a calm, well-used community hub for Clintonville and Beechwold residents.
⭐ What makes this branch special
- Neighborhood library serving Clintonville and Beechwold on North High Street
- Located near the entrance to Whetstone Park and the Park of Roses
- Free on-site parking lot, self-checkout, and public computers
- Separate children's and teen areas plus a study room for quiet work
- 4.8-star Google rating across 260+ reviews
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Whetstone Branch near Whetstone Park?
Yes. The branch is on North High Street close to the entrance of Whetstone Park in Clintonville, the north-side park known for its Park of Roses, making it easy to combine a park visit with a library stop.
Does the Whetstone Branch have parking?
Yes, the branch has its own free parking lot, which is convenient since it sits on the busy North High Street corridor through Clintonville.
Can I use a study room or computers at the Whetstone Branch?
The branch offers a study room for quiet work along with public computers, self-checkout, and separate children's and teen areas for a full range of neighborhood library services.
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