Bend Public Library Review

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Bend Public Library

Fodor's Review:

Inspirational quotes such as Christa McAuliffe's "What are we doing here? We're reaching for the stars," adorn the outer walls of this 40,000 square-foot structure. You may feel like you're reaching for the stars yourself when you ascend the main staircase—Scandinavian-style blond wood and sharp modernist architectural lines abound, and light pours through a wall-size glass window by sculptor Maya Radoczy. Upstairs, the library's fine collection, national and international periodicals, and dozens of public Internet terminals bask in a light-flooded, vaulted space. Downstairs, to the left of the lobby, find the extensive Children Services section.

  • Open: Mon.-Thurs. 10-8, Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 1-5
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