Hollywood Library is closed to the public starting Tuesday, July 22, for a series of bond-funded renovations. (Submitted by Multnomah County Library)

Hollywood Library is closed to the public starting Tuesday, July 22, for a series of bond-funded renovations.

This work is anticipated to last until at least this winter, if not until the winter of 2026, according to a news release from Multnomah County Library.

The library system is reinventing itself through the expansion of five libraries and a series of smaller “Refresh” projects for another 11 libraries. These smaller projects are on a shorter schedule, but still provide many upgrades.

New features will include:

• Improved shelf height to increase natural light, create more space for people and offer better sight lines.
• A children’s area with new, movable furniture.
• New reading room chairs — both with and without arms.
• A tech bar which provides an area for patrons to use the copy machine, scanner and computers.
• New meeting room tables and chairs that are easily movable to allow for a flexible space.
• Automated materials handling to increase the efficiency of checking in and sorting holds, freeing up staff time for other work and getting materials to patrons faster.
• Fresh paint and new carpet.
• New artwork.
• Refreshed restrooms.
• New LED lighting throughout the building.

Alternative locations

The community is invited to use alternate locations while Hollywood is closed:

• Albina Library: 205 N.E. Russell St., Portland.
• Gregory Heights Library: 7921 N.E. Sandy Blvd., Portland.
• Hawthorne Holds Pickup: 3557 S.E. Hawthorne Blvd., Portland.

The library routinely posts closure or schedule change notices online.