Clearwater Main Library

Clearwater Main Library is a modern clean Library for children and adults with Books CDs, DVDs and great view of Clearwater Beach Florida and helpful stuff . It is also a painting expo in the library.

We came here with our daughter for a kids event. I can only say for the second floor, where we were directly. Looks new & modern. Friendly staff! Huge selection of books for children. There are corners for children, an area for playing chess and checkers, a piano. Large windows with great views. Small car parking next to the library. But there is free public parking nearby.

Gorgeous views of the waters of and around St Joseph Sound and the docks beneath the Clearwater Memorial Causeway aren't the only assets this library holds. It's interior is well-spaced, clean, and apparently well organized. The library within comprises four floors - each with its own tier of the aforementioned views and sections dedicated to special interests and library departments. I had the opportunity lately to participate in a book sale on the library's ground floor as a patron (finding, among other selections, a hard cover copy of the complete works of Josephus) and found the library's paid and volunteer staff to be very helpful, courteous, and efficient. If you are planning to visit a library in Pinellas County, I highly recommend this library and suggest that you put it at the top of your list: There's nothing quite like taking a stretch along the waterway or sitting in a chair overlooking the sound and docked boats below to enchant the soul while you're on your intellectual journey. Bonus: A tree made of steel in front of the library seems to greet you as you make your way to the front doors. Take a closer look and you'll never forget.

Large library with multiple floors. The third floor is nice to read or use a computer. Great view with the Baycare Sound Amphitheatre in sight. Two hour parking during hours of operation. Front desk is friendly and helpful.

Recently attended a series of city council meetings at Clearwater Main Library and was thoroughly impressed. The library boasts a pristine and welcoming environment, making it an excellent venue for public events. Its cleanliness and well-maintained facilities stood out, providing a comfortable and professional atmosphere. Highly recommend visiting for both library services and community meetings. A great asset to our community!

I attended the Clearwater Charter Review Committee that was held on the second floor in the board room. Not a great experience. The chair didn't ask the members to announce themselves ( for the audio tape) or declare that a quorum was present or read the rules at the beginning of the meeting or make the public feel comfortable to engage. Just my opinion as the only person from the public who was there to participate.

Enjoy the library, use their online services routinely. But tried to go Saturday and now they're closed all weekend? What is the purpose of a library if the two days a week people have off to go to it they're closed. I will change to 5 stars if they open on the weekends at least one day again.

Great place. Very spacious. The employees are amazing, very responding and nice. There is a lot of books and activities for all ages. I would recommand this place for children because of their vaste choice of books, activities and games. They have a makerspace too, a kind of medialab, access to computers with great programs on them. You should come and check by yourself.

Great location, pretty building. But it's filled with bums on every floor, eating, drinking, and playing music/videos as loud as possible. Worse.. the smell. It's not a library, its a homeless shelter.

15 cents per black and white copy on copy machine a little outrageous at a government built library that was built with are money and is funded heavily with tax dollars for pensions

This is a gem of a public library on high ground with windows overlooking the bridge and the bay. The current exhibit of the everglades photos of Clyde Butcher is large and comprehensive.

I'd be here more often if I lived closer. All of the amenities this library offers are kind of crazy. Not only are the views of the water amazing, but it has a cute cafe and puts on workshops regularly. I think they might even have a recording studio here. I've never actually checked books out, but I went to a class about 3D printing a couple months ago. It was pretty informative. You can send designs to the 3D printing lab and pick them up once they're finished (for free as long as you have a library card). I don't know what I expected, but knowing nothing about 3D printing I was disappointed that it just uses so much plastic. Considering we live so close to the water, and hear so much about plastic waste killing our marine life I probably won't use the 3D printer here. However, all of the technology information sessions they run are really cool. More than the usual "this is how to use Facebook" geared toward our older community members. Anyway I'd definitely attend another session if I have free time.

As residents of Pinellas counties, we popped in after visiting the Pierce st. Market. It was just one of those things where we wanted to check out the Maker's lab. However because we don't have a current card, and the husbeast didn't want to sign up for one on their unsecured system. we hesitated. What we did notice is that it's large, it is clean and it is fairly up to date. The staff is warm and welcoming and they don't throw out the homeless, which is good and bad, since the homeless tend to occupy the computers and utilize the ac during the hot days.

This is the most amazing Library I've ever been to. Large four-story facility overlooking the water. Third floor is mostly for kids, my kids love this place. They enjoy sitting and reading or playing with one of the many games they have set up here for them. After reading we always take a walk along the Seawall in front of the library and take in the sights. Very large selection of books as well.

It's a fairly large library, but SOOO many bums use it as a place to hang out all day long for the air conditioning and the computers which makes it a bit gross. Other than that, there are lots of books, it's nice and quiet, and it's got an excellent view of the water, particularly from the top floor. Lots of parking, and there is a drive by book drop which is pretty cool.

As far as libraries go, this one isn't bad. The BEST part of it is that it provides scenic views of Clearwater. You can see the water from almost any angle, especially from the top floors. They have a beautiful park area you can sit and read at. Many homeless people come around the library and if you're open to it you can have an interesting conversation with a Vietnam vet about dada art in exchange for a bottle of water. As far as the collection goes, they don't have as many old hollywood flicks as I'd like or as many new book selections. Everything you want is almost always checked out, but if you're into old books or Spanish language reading, they are usually stocked with selections. As far as new political and current affairs books, plum out 90% of the time. BUT they do have a quaint gift shop, a nice coffee shop area and clean bathrooms.

This is a nice Library. The location is right on the bluff, overlooking the park and waterfront. They have a good selection and inventory of books.

Since I reviewed the Drew Street Library, I thought I would also review this one. It is big, clean and very modern. The staff are friendly,helpful and seem happy to be there. There are lots of special activities and events there. A full bank of computers and wifi. They have a little book store. A giant movie and music collection. On the second floor they have an upright piano which they let anyone play. It overlooks the water and a park. Tax payer dollars being spent in the best possible way. Love this place.

Awesome intracoastal views from upstairs, great place to read. Super friendly staff with nice selection of materials too!

This is an ok library. The wi-fi is adequate for laptop users and the collection of books is pretty up-to-date. Kind of cramped a bit and needs more space on the main floor.

Very big, plenty of computers, it's free, with free wifi. Staff is very nice and welcoming. Enough room to sit alone in the corner if you please. With computer use you get 60 minutes but if no one else is waiting for a computer your welcome to add time to your computer use. As far as public libraries go I Love it so far just moved here so I'm glad I found a library that offers all these services. Recommend.