Patience S. Latting Northwest Library

Northwest Library

Contact Information

5600 NW 122nd Street

Oklahoma City, OK

73142

Phone: (405) 606-3580

About Patience S. Latting Northwest Library 

The Patience S. Latting Northwest Library opened on May 22, 2012 as the first new Metro Library location in more than 30 years. This 35,000 square foot library features imagery of the Oklahoma prairie including study areas housed in glass that resemble oil derricks. Wood-slat walls are reminiscent of the oilfield equipment crates that were historically used as temporary housing. Also unique are the outdoor patios for children and adults. Shelving end-panels feature scenes from the Oklahoma prairie such as wheat fields and windmills. Oklahoma-themed outdoor art sculptures include a 7’ tall saurophaganax dinosaur, a 7’ long collared lizard, a raccoon, and cowgirl Lucille Mulhall with her shelter dog, Wall-E. These whimsical sculptures by artist Solomon Bassoff of Faducci Studio are constructed of steel armature covered with hand sculpted cement and enhanced with applied Italian glass mosaic.

The Northwest Library has broad sustainability features that will allow it to become the first LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified public library built in Oklahoma. These LEED elements include a drip irrigation system, low-flow faucets/toilets to reduce water use, a geothermal heating and cooling system to reduce energy consumption, use of recycled and regionally sourced materials for construction, use of sustainably harvested wood, low-emitting finishes and day-lighting for interior spaces. The Northwest Library, located near NW 122nd and MacArthur, is easily accessible through its close proximity to both the Hefner Parkway and the Kilpatrick Turnpike.

Book drop location: Drive-up return on the south side of the building.

Public transit:

  • EMBARK bus route 003 (click here for route map)
  • Closest bus stop: N Meridian Ave @ Memorial Cir (NOTE: 36-minute walk to library from stop)

Services

    Technology

    • Public use computers with 60-minute internet access and printing capabilities
    • An express computer with 15-minute internet access and printing capabilities
    • Mobile and offsite printing
    • Free Wi-Fi
    • Color copy machine with free outbound faxing (to U.S. numbers only) and scanning capability
    • Wi-Fi hotspots (available to check out; holds can be placed in our catalog)

    Collection

    • Self-serve holds shelf and self-check machines
    • Catalog computers dedicated to searching the library's collection
    • Library staff who can provide assistance locating information, using print and electronic sources, and provide readers' advisory
    • Place and pick up interlibrary loan requests
    • Tours and instruction in the use of library resources, school group visits welcome (by appointment)
    • Experience Passes - Free admission to local museums. For more information, click here

Hours of Operation

Please check the top of this page for notices impacting our hours of operation or services offered.

Monday - Thursday: 9am - 9pm
Friday: 9am - 6pm
Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Sunday: 1pm - 6pm

Curbside Hours

Monday - Friday: 9am - 6pm
Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Sunday: 1pm - 6pm

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Northwest Library Community Cookbook​ (Passive Program)

11/04/2024 @ 9:00am - 11/22/2024 @ 6:00pm
All Ages
Northwest Library
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Onsite (Northwest)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Have you ever wondered what your neighbors are cooking in their kitchens? In our diverse community, we are sure to have many different cultures, cooking styles, and flavors in the food we all cook.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Come Craft With Me (Ages 5-12)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Description:

Hey kids, come craft with me! Being creative and artsy makes us all incredibly happy. Let's work on some seasonal crafts together. 

Children ages 5-12 please. 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the Library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Join us, with fiber artist Darci Lenker, in creating 2D needle felt architecture paintings. After class browse through and checkout a book from the Oklahoma Contemporary Art Reference Library visiting the Northwest Library.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Pink Pony Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Description:

"Where boys and girls can all be queens every single day!" Welcome, Pink Pony Girls and Boys, to the Pink Pony Club, a social group for LGBTQ+ youth and allies!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

BAD ART NIGHT: SWIRL PAINTING

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Watch amorphous blobs of paint transform into beautiful swirly swirls! (Or dark and ominous vortices - hey, it's your art.)

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Messy Playtime

10:00am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Join us for a totally fabulous messy playtime!  We will have a variety of stations where your child can touch and play with objects of all different kinds.  Not only is this event fun, but it helps you introduce new vocabulary to your ch

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program.