Montlake Branch Library
Seattle Public Library branch in the U.S. state of Washington
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The Montlake Branch Library is a branch of Seattle Public Library in Montlake, Seattle, in the U.S. state of Washington.[1][2][3] The 5,650-square-foot building opened in 2006.[4][5]
Location2401 24th Ave E, Seattle, Washington, United States
| Montlake Branch Library | |
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The library's exterior in 2007 | |
 Interactive map of the Montlake Branch Library area | |
| General information | |
| Location | 2401 24th Ave E, Seattle, Washington, United States |
| Coordinates | 47.6404°N 122.3025°W |
| Website | |
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Description and features
The interior features a "skylight aperture sundial".[6][7] The sundial was developed by library staff with University of Washington astronomer Woody Sullivan.[8]
History
Construction on the current building began in August 2005.[9]
Awards
The building won two awards: American Institute of Architects (AIA) Seattle Honor Awards for Washington Architecture, Honor Award, 2008; and AIA Washington Civic Design Awards, Merit Award, 2008.[10][11][12][13]
