Tacoma Public Library’s Community Hub, located on the second floor of the modern wing of the Main library, is a unique space that may be the first of its kind in the U.S.
The Community Hub represents partnerships between TPL and the organizations who share space there: Remakery, Tacoma Tool Library, and Write253.
In exchange for below market-rate rent, these innovative partners offer free and low cost classes, drop-in sessions, and events, bolstering Tacoma’s access to enriching programming for all ages. The Community Hub partners operate their own hours independent of the library system's schedule.
Learn more about each Community Hub partner and what they offer:
When the Community Hub is open, the public can access the space through the central stairwell in the modern wing, via elevator, or through the Hub’s entry at the northwest corner of S 11th St and Court F.
Community Hub FAQs
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The Community Hub refers to the partner space on the second floor of the Main Library that hosts local community organizations and their adjoining meeting areas. Organizations pay discounted rent for their units and host mission-aligned programs and services.
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Tacoma Tool Library and Write253 were identified as “anchor” tenants as part of the library redesign. The other partners were selected through a public procurement process. See our Main Library Second Floor Partner License Policy for more information about who is eligible to become a partner.
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Yes. Tacoma Public Library provides units at a discounted rate based on the square footage of the space.
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The Community Hub operates its own hours, separate from those of Tacoma Public Library. Partner organizations manage their own schedule of programs and open hours.
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The Community Hub is not available to rent.