PLEASE NOTE: The Tool Library will be closed for the Holidays on Dec 22, 23, 24 & 31.
Just like a normal library, a tool library is a sustainable public service that provides community access to tools and an exchange of knowledge, at little to no cost.
How Can I Join?
Easy! As a supporting member of Sustainable Ballard, your membership is free! If you are not a member of Sustainable Ballard, you need an annual membership. You can sign up here at your preferred level of support. ($35 for an individual membership, or $60 for a supporting household membership, or $100 for a sustaining household membership.)
You can make an account to schedule appointments at our MyTurn website, or email the Tool Library manager at manager@ballardtoollibrary.org for more information on how to get started. Then you can start borrowing tools right away! Rentals range from $1 to $10 per tool per week.
What kinds of tools does the Ballard Tool Library (BTL) have?
Whatever you need! We use a very loose definition of “tool,” therefore our members can expect to find the usual drills, saws, etc. as well as sewing machines, juicers, canopies, lawn aerators, and many other dealy-bobs and whatchamacallits! We aim to build a collection that represents Ballard artists, craftspeople, gardeners, mariners, and putterers. Are you looking for a specific dealy-bob or whatchamacallit? Let us know and we’ll try to get it!
Operating Hours
The Ballard Tool Library is open for walk-ins and appointments. Our hours are:
Thursday: 5 to 7 p.m.
Friday: 2 to 4 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
HOLIDAY CLOSURES: DEC 22, 23, 24, 31
To make an appointment, visit our inventory to find the tool you'd like to check out, or select the "Non-specific appointment" item to come in and browse tools.
Volunteer!
Library volunteers come in all shapes and sizes! Find your niche as a Tool Librarian, outreach volunteer, tool maintenance volunteer, repair specialist or lead a workshop. Interested in something else? Contact our Tool Library Manager and let them know what interests you!
Make a Donation
Support the Ballard Tool Library by making a donation during out open hours or by making a donation to Sustainable Ballard. Please note in your donation that you would like your funds to support the Ballard Tool Library.
Welcome to the Ballard Tool Library
PLEASE NOTE: The Tool Library will be closed for the Holidays on Dec 22, 23, 24 & 31.
Just like a normal library, a tool library is a sustainable public service that provides community access to tools and an exchange of knowledge, at little to no cost.
How Can I Join?
Easy! As a supporting member of Sustainable Ballard, your membership is free! If you are not a member of Sustainable Ballard, you need an annual membership. You can sign up here at your preferred level of support. ($35 for an individual membership, or $60 for a supporting household membership, or $100 for a sustaining household membership.)
You can make an account to schedule appointments at our MyTurn website, or email the Tool Library manager at manager@ballardtoollibrary.org for more information on how to get started. Then you can start borrowing tools right away! Rentals range from $1 to $10 per tool per week.
What kinds of tools does the Ballard Tool Library (BTL) have?
Whatever you need! We use a very loose definition of “tool,” therefore our members can expect to find the usual drills, saws, etc. as well as sewing machines, juicers, canopies, lawn aerators, and many other dealy-bobs and whatchamacallits! We aim to build a collection that represents Ballard artists, craftspeople, gardeners, mariners, and putterers. Are you looking for a specific dealy-bob or whatchamacallit? Let us know and we’ll try to get it!
Operating Hours
The Ballard Tool Library is open for walk-ins and appointments. Our hours are:
HOLIDAY CLOSURES: DEC 22, 23, 24, 31
To make an appointment, visit our inventory to find the tool you'd like to check out, or select the "Non-specific appointment" item to come in and browse tools.
Volunteer!
Library volunteers come in all shapes and sizes! Find your niche as a Tool Librarian, outreach volunteer, tool maintenance volunteer, repair specialist or lead a workshop. Interested in something else? Contact our Tool Library Manager and let them know what interests you!
Make a Donation
Support the Ballard Tool Library by making a donation during out open hours or by making a donation to Sustainable Ballard. Please note in your donation that you would like your funds to support the Ballard Tool Library.