Main (Oakland)

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Accessibility

Fully ADA Compliant

Bus Routes

54C, 61A, 61B, 61C, 67A, 67C, 67E, 67F, 67J, 69, 71A, 71B, 71C, 71D, 75, 93

All bus routes are subject to change. Please visit the Port Authority of Allegheny County for up-to-date schedules.

Parking Options

  • Meter
  • Garage
  • Bike
About
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Located in the heart of Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – Main serves as the primary, full-service resource for current and historic materials and information for Pittsburgh.

Learn more about our efforts to envision the role of CLP – Main in a fast-evolving city and region.

  • Public Computers
  • Free Wifi
  • Wireless Printing – small fee may apply (more info)
  • Copier – small fee may apply
  • Fax Machine and Scanner Station
  • Coffee Shop
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Air Conditioning
  • Courtyard or Outdoor Space
  • 3D Printer
  • Community Garden (seasonal)
  • Art Gallery
  • The Labs
  • Exterior Book Return (for after hours returns)
  • Guided Group Visits (by appointment)

Events

Latest From the Library

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An American Marriage

Tue., May. 1
Tayari Jones’s new novel (and Oprah’s newest Book Club pick) An American Marriage is perhaps one of the most masterfully written and poignant novels of the year. It tells the story that is often ignored in literature - that of the devastation wrought in so many African-American households, families and communities as its young men are locked up at an alarming rate (according to the NAACP,…
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The Annual Spring Puppet Show presents Leaping Beauty!

Mon., Apr. 30
As May approaches, the librarians at CLP - Main Children’s are busy preparing for the Annual Spring Puppet Show.  Each year we choose an engaging story that provides entertainment for children of all ages, but will be best suited for toddlers through kindergartners.

Staff Picks

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Kira Main (Oakland)

Story Telling for Job Interviews

Interviews make everyone nervous, but, with some practice and the right advice, you can learn to ace the questions and wow your potential employers!
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Mary Main (Oakland)

Walkabout!

We all work hard, but when the days get long and lovely like this, doesn't taking a day off sound good?  As your librarian, I advise you to unlearn the punched-in, on-the-clock hustle mentality, even if just for one day.