Northeast Branch Library: Ravenna Guide and Nearby Spots

Frequently asked questions

The Northeast Branch is at 6801 35th Ave NE in Seattle, in the Ravenna neighborhood of the Northeast district.

Hours are not listed here because they can change. Check The Seattle Public Library's official Northeast Branch page for current hours.

Yes. Bryant Neighborhood Playground is about 0.4 miles away, View Ridge Playfield about 0.5 miles and Ravenna Ravine about 0.6 miles, measured in a straight line.

City of Seattle records list North East Library and The Theodora less than 0.1 miles away, with Nathan Eckstein Junior High School and Bryant Elementary School about 0.4 miles off and Fire Station #38 about 0.6 miles away.

Planning Your Visit to the Northeast Branch

The Seattle Public Library runs the Northeast Branch, and its location data is shared through City of Seattle GIS. Hours, services and any temporary closures can shift, so check the official Northeast Branch page before you head over.

Set your map to 6801 35th Ave NE. If you are weighing branches around town, browse our guide to all libraries in Seattle to see the other locations.

Landmarks Right on the Corner

Step outside and you are already among the city's designated landmarks. City of Seattle records place two of them less than 0.1 miles from the branch, one listed as North East Library and another called The Theodora. Stretch your walk a little farther and a few more appear within about half a mile:

Nathan Eckstein Junior High School, 0.4 miles away
Bryant Elementary School, 0.4 miles away
Fire Station #38, 0.6 miles away

These are straight-line distances, so expect your actual walking route to run somewhat longer.

Parks for a Stroll After Your Books

Bring the kids along, because green space is close at hand. Bryant Neighborhood Playground is about 0.4 miles away, and View Ridge Playfield sits roughly 0.5 miles off, both easy add-ons for families visiting the branch.

When you want a longer stroll after picking up your books, head about 0.6 miles to Ravenna Ravine, a natural next stop. For more places to eat, shop and explore nearby, spend some time with our Ravenna neighborhood guide.