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Signal Hill Public Library
Library Features
The Signal Hill Public Library is a state-of-the-art, 14,000-square-foot facility that opened in August 2019.
It offers plenty of space for reading, research, technology access, community gatherings, and more. Amenities include a large Community Room for library and other events, a dynamic children’s area featuring Daisy the Dinosaur and a mural memorializing Signal Hill’s history, a wired Learning Center for technology courses and other academic endeavors, private study rooms, a teen gathering space, a History Room, the Zinnia outdoor courtyard; and Signal Point Terrace, a reservable upper deck terrace with sweeping views of the coastline. We invite you to see this incredible community asset for yourself! Floor Plan (PDF)
Inside the Signal Hill Public Library
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Children's Area
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Children's Area
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Computers and DVD area
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Exterior of Children's Area
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Teen Village Area
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Research Computers
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History of Riches Room
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Stacks and Reading Areas
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Reading Areas
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Zinnia Courtyard
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Learning Center
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Community Room
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View from the Main Entrance
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Signal Point Terrace
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Program: Children's Crafts
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Program: BARK Read to Dogs
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Program: Movies at Night
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Program: Mini Concert
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Program: School Visits
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Past Program: African Drum Circle
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Past Program: 3D Printing Workshop
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Past Program: Kids Paint Workshop
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Past Program: Musical Petting Zoo
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Past Program: Fossil Dig
Library Services
e-Books
To download an e-Book, use your library card and pin to sign on to Overdrive.
Wireless Printing
Wireless printing is available for all Signal Hill Public Library cardholders. Send a print job from your laptop or desktop computer at home or from your mobile device while visiting us. Visit our Wireless Printing page for instructions.
Study Space
Reading areas, tables, computers, and 2 study rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis to provide space for relaxing, researching, studying, and enjoying Library materials.
Study rooms are first-come, first-served and can only be reserved on the day of the reservation. Reservations are for 1 hour. Study rooms close 15 minutes prior to closing. Visit the Reference Desk with your library card to reserve a study room.
Inter-Library Loan
Patrons may request books and other materials unavailable at the Signal Hill Public Library through our Inter-Library Loan Program. Patrons will be charged $2.00 each request.
Library Services for People with Print Disabilities
California’s Library Services for People with Print Disabilities, in association with the Library of Congress, provides free Braille and audio books, magazines and playback equipment to all eligible Californians unable to read standard print. Follow the California’s Library Services link to find your local braille and talking book library and sign up for free library service.
Public Access Computers
Patrons wishing to utilize the computers must possess a valid library card.
- Reservations are available on a first-come-first-served basis.
- Flash drives are available for use.
- Adults ages 18 and over may utilize a computer for one hour per day with limited additional time if no other patrons are waiting.
- Youths ages 10 to 17 may have internet access with signed permission from a parent or legal guardian.
- Children ages 4 to 9 may have access to pre-programmed educational games. Children under 4 must have a parent with them at all times while using the computer.
- Computer Print-out Fees: $0.15 per page in black-and-white. $0.30 per page in color.
Proctored Exams
The library offers proctored exams by appointment for a fee of $30.00 per exam either in print form or online. Please email us to schedule an exam.
Location
Signal Hill Public Library
1800 E. Hill St.
Signal Hill, CA 90755
Phone: 562-989-7323
Hours
Monday 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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Text-a-Librarian
Text-a-librarian at 562-284-2766 to renew books, check the status of your account, or ask a reference question! Text-a-Librarian is available only during open library hours.
Online Library Resources
The library offers a number of online resources for patrons to access at any time. Check out our resources featured below and visit our Online Learning page to see more.