Dayton’s Bluff
Hours & Information
Today's Hours
All locations close at 5:30 p.m.Closed until 10:00am today
Regular Hours
MondayÂ
12:00PM - 8:00PM
TuesdayÂ
10:00AM - 8:00PM
WednesdayÂ
12:00PM - 8:00PM
ThursdayÂ
10:00AM - 8:00PM
FridayÂ
10:00AM - 5:30PM
SaturdayÂ
10:00AM - 5:30PM
SundayÂ
Closed
Upcoming Holidays and Closures
All locations close at 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 3, 2025
Closes early: 5:30pm
Independence Day
Friday, July 4, 2025
Closed All Day
645 E 7th St
Saint Paul, MN 55106
tel: (651) 793-1699
email: daytonsbluff@ci.stpaul.mn.us
Located in the Metropolitan State University Library and Learning Center building.
Storytime at Dayton's Bluff Library
Storytime is an interactive learning opportunity for you and your child to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun.
FunLab: STEAM for ages 7-11
FunLab is STEAM programming for kids ages 7-11. Fun drop-in sessions with crafts, engineering projects, science experiments, and more.
Free programs for kids and teens during fall break
Oct 16, 2024
Saint Paul Public Library invites kids and teens to spend fall break at the library with free hands-on events and workshops.
SPPL's Summer Spark Program Keeps Kids Reading
Aug 04, 2023
Kelsey Johnson-Kaiser, SPPL's Youth and Family Services Manager, share ideas on on how to keep kids reading all summer long.
Storytime at Dayton's Bluff Library
Storytime is an interactive learning opportunity for you and your child to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun.
FunLab: STEAM for ages 7-11
FunLab is STEAM programming for kids ages 7-11. Fun drop-in sessions with crafts, engineering projects, science experiments, and more.
Free programs for kids and teens during fall break
Oct 16, 2024
Saint Paul Public Library invites kids and teens to spend fall break at the library with free hands-on events and workshops.
SPPL's Summer Spark Program Keeps Kids Reading
Aug 04, 2023
Kelsey Johnson-Kaiser, SPPL's Youth and Family Services Manager, share ideas on on how to keep kids reading all summer long.
Teen Dungeons and Dragons
A safe space for both experts who want to join a campaign and newcomers who want to learn the game.
Teens Know Best
Get exclusive, advance copies of unpublished young adult books and meet once a month and discuss them over pizza.
Teen Writers' Guild
For teens to encourage each other in their writing and grow as writers. Join us for tea, snacks, and talk about writing!
Free programs for kids and teens during fall break
Oct 16, 2024
Saint Paul Public Library invites kids and teens to spend fall break at the library with free hands-on events and workshops.
Teen Dungeons and Dragons
A safe space for both experts who want to join a campaign and newcomers who want to learn the game.
Teens Know Best
Get exclusive, advance copies of unpublished young adult books and meet once a month and discuss them over pizza.
Teen Writers' Guild
For teens to encourage each other in their writing and grow as writers. Join us for tea, snacks, and talk about writing!
Free programs for kids and teens during fall break
Oct 16, 2024
Saint Paul Public Library invites kids and teens to spend fall break at the library with free hands-on events and workshops.
East Side Seed Library: Borrow, Grow, Share
Located at Dayton's Bluff Library and operated in partnership with the Metro State University Library and Learning Center and Urban Roots.
Dayton's Bluff Book Club
Neighborhood book club co-facilitated by librarians from Metropolitan State University and the Dayton's Bluff Library.
Dayton's Bluff District Forum
Published monthly in a paper edition that is mailed free to all addresses in Dayton's Bluff. Online archives go back to 2000.
Metro State Library Services for Community Members
The Metropolitan State University Library and Learning Center welcomes visitors and community members.
East Side Seed Library: Borrow, Grow, Share
Located at Dayton's Bluff Library and operated in partnership with the Metro State University Library and Learning Center and Urban Roots.
Dayton's Bluff Book Club
Neighborhood book club co-facilitated by librarians from Metropolitan State University and the Dayton's Bluff Library.
Dayton's Bluff District Forum
Published monthly in a paper edition that is mailed free to all addresses in Dayton's Bluff. Online archives go back to 2000.
Metro State Library Services for Community Members
The Metropolitan State University Library and Learning Center welcomes visitors and community members.
Upcoming Events
Holidays and Closures
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All locations close at 5:30 p.m.Thursday, July 3, 2025Closes early: 5:30pm
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Independence DayFriday, July 4, 2025Closed All Day
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Labor DaySunday, August 31, 2025 - Monday, September 1, 2025Closed All Day
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All locations closed for staff trainingThursday, October 23, 2025Closed All Day
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Veterans DayTuesday, November 11, 2025Closed All Day
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ThanksgivingThursday, November 27, 2025Closed All Day
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ChristmasWednesday, December 24, 2025 - Thursday, December 25, 2025Closed All Day
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New Year's EveWednesday, December 31, 2025Closes early: 5:30pm
About Dayton’s Bluff
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- After-hours Book Return
- Charging Locker
- Computers
- Handicapped Accessible
- Lucky Day Collection
- Meeting Rooms
- Parking Lot
- Wi-Fi
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Located in the Metropolitan State University Library and Learning Center building.
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The Library and Learning Center parking lot has a 2-hour limit, which is enforced by Metropolitan State University.
Do not park in areas that are marked as permit parking only.
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New at Dayton’s Bluff
Discover the All-New SPPL App
We’re excited to introduce the new Saint Paul Public Library app! The SPPL App makes it easier than ever to stay connected to your library.
Using the SPPL App
Access the Saint Paul Public Library anywhere with the SPPL App. Access your library card, search the catalog, place holds, and more!
Grow Something New: Explore SPPL's Seed Libraries
Did you know that Saint Paul Public Library (SPPL) offers free seeds to help you grow your own garden? Learn more!
Introducing Saint Paul Public Library’s New Look & Campaign
We’re thrilled to present SPPL’s fresh new brand identity and new awareness campaign.
Discover the All-New SPPL App
We’re excited to introduce the new Saint Paul Public Library app! The SPPL App makes it easier than ever to stay connected to your library.
Using the SPPL App
Access the Saint Paul Public Library anywhere with the SPPL App. Access your library card, search the catalog, place holds, and more!
Grow Something New: Explore SPPL's Seed Libraries
Did you know that Saint Paul Public Library (SPPL) offers free seeds to help you grow your own garden? Learn more!
Introducing Saint Paul Public Library’s New Look & Campaign
We’re thrilled to present SPPL’s fresh new brand identity and new awareness campaign.