The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County
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October 2007

Branches · Avondale

Branch Portrait

3566 Reading Rd.
Cincinnati, Ohio 45229
Phone: 513-369-4440
Fax: 513-369-4539

Branch Manager: Drew Pearson
Children’s Librarian: Mary Lamping

Hours of Service
Mon, Tuenoon–8 p.m.
Wed, Thunoon–6 p.m.
Fri, Sat10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sunclosed

Location

The Avondale Branch is on the corner of Reading Road (south of Dana Avenue) and Mann Place. The branch is served by Metro routes 43, 45, and 47.

History

The Avondale Branch is one of the nine area libraries in Hamilton County built with funds provided by the Andrew Carnegie Foundation. Designed by the architectural firm Garber and Woodward, the Spanish Colonial style structure features a Rookwood tile entry, decorative iron work, and a domed ceiling. A Rookwood drinking fountain was presented to the branch by the Avondale Improvement Association to mark its opening on March 1, 1913.

Special Services

A book return and pay typewriter are available at the branch.

Meeting Room

The Avondale Branch meeting room seats 50 people. Contact the branch for information and reservations.

At the Avondale Branch

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