Lake City Library: A Seattle Landmark in Olympic Hills

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Lake City Library is City of Seattle landmark number 238, designated in 2003 under Ordinance 121105.

Lake City Library is at 12501 28th Ave NE in the Olympic Hills area, part of Seattle's Lake City district.

Within about a tenth of a mile you will find the Lake City Branch library, Lake City Farmers Market, Albert Davis Park, Lake City School, Lake City Mini Park, Virgil Flaim Park and Lake City Memorial Triangle. Lake City Court Garden is about 0.3 mile away.

Yes. Lake City School, also a designated city landmark, is less than a tenth of a mile away.

Landmark No. 238

Look for Lake City Library on the roster kept by the Seattle Landmarks Preservation Board, which oversees the city's designated landmarks. The library holds number 238 on that list, and its designation became official in 2003 through City of Seattle Ordinance 121105.

That status means the city recognizes the building as part of Seattle's shared history. If you enjoy tracing the city's protected buildings, count this one among the designated sites in the north end, then browse the full list in our guide to all landmarks in Seattle.

Stroll a Walkable Corner of Olympic Hills

The blocks around the library pack a lot into a small area. Several of the closest stops are less than a tenth of a mile away, so you can easily pair a look at the building with a short, unhurried stroll.

Within a tenth of a mile

Lake City Branch, a library branch
Lake City Farmers Market
Albert Davis Park
Lake City School, another designated city landmark

A little farther out

Lake City Mini Park, about 0.1 mile
Virgil Flaim Park, about 0.1 mile
Lake City Memorial Triangle, about 0.1 mile
Lake City Court Garden, a community garden about 0.3 mile away

With two landmarks, Lake City Library and Lake City School, standing so close together, this corner makes a natural stop if north Seattle's older civic buildings catch your interest.

Plan Your Stop at Lake City Library

Head to 12501 28th Ave NE to find the library. Before you set out, check the official City of Seattle and Seattle Public Library websites for current hours, access and any events in the area.

To explore the surrounding streets, parks and places to eat, continue with our Olympic Hills neighborhood guide.