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The Heathman Hotel Library
Where Portland’s Literary Heritage Thrives
The Heathman Library is more than a simple collection of a few books. It’s a living testament to Portland’s role as a literary destination. This home for the humanities preserves classic and contemporary literature while creating new stories every day. Find your own quiet corner to work, read, or simply absorb the creative energy that has drawn writers and readers here for decades.
Where Architecture Inspires Creativity
Rising two stories in the heart of the Heathman, our Library strikes the perfect balance between grandeur and comfort. Mahogany walls and an ornate chandelier create an atmosphere of quiet sophistication, while the second-story balcony offers space to get lost in your new favorite tale. This isn’t just a beautiful space. It’s one designed to inspire creativity and conversation — even while enjoying an Old Fashioned with some parm fries or baked goat cheese from the Tavern. Just don’t drip on the pages you’re reading.
A Unique Hotel Literary Collection
At the heart of the library sits an elegant floor-to-ceiling corner bookcase spanning two floors. This archive holds over 2,700 books — from Nobel and Pulitzer prize winners to U.S. poet laureates and even a former president. Each work contains the signature of its author, creating a one-of-a-kind collection unmatched at any hotel anywhere in the world.
Where Portland's Creative Community Comes Together
By day, the Library buzzes with writers, artists, and entrepreneurs finding inspiration among the books. By evening, it transforms into an intimate venue for readings, concerts, and cultural events that continue Portland’s tradition of bringing creative voices together. Whether you’re here to work, read, or connect with fellow creators, the Library embodies the collaborative spirit that defines Portland.
