Tool libraries are just like traditional libraries, but with tools instead of books. They are great for people who can’t/don’t want to buy/rent tools they are only going to use once in a while.

The Northeast Portland Tool Library (NEPTL) is your neighborhood tool library. We lend out free of charge an ever-growing inventory of home-repair and gardening tools to Northeast residents and community groups. We are located in the basement at Redeemer Lutheran Church at NE 20th Avenue and Killingsworth Street (entrance is on Killingsworth).

We are open for borrowing on Saturdays from 9am to 2pm. Join the Library – it’s FREE!

You can sign up to borrow tools for free from NEPTL if you are 18 or older and reside in Northeast Portland west of 82nd Avenue.  To learn more visit the membership page or stop by the Tool Library during our Saturday open hours to get an application packet. Sign and bring in the forms, show the requested proof of identity and residency, and you’re ready to go!