FAQs

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.  

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.  

Yes. Tacoma Public Library provides units at a discounted rate based on the square footage of the space.

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.  

The Community Hub is not available to rent.

No. All partners offer some free programming and services as part of their partnership with the library. In addition to their free programs, partners also can offer fee-based programs independent of the library. Fees are set by the individual organizations.

For private events, reach out directly to the partner/s you wish to work with.

The library will announce a public process when looking to fill vacancies. Information will be posted to the library’s website, online accounts, and through the City of Tacoma’s Procurement and Payables Division.