We're excited to embark on a new Collection Revitalization project in 2025-26 to improve your access to the collections you love most.
If you've visited the lower level of the library recently, you'll have noticed that this work is already in progress! This past summer, we reorganized and consolidated our adult non-fiction shelving to make it easier to access our collections. This fall, we're updating and refinishing the lower level "North Room" that formerly housed the 900s range of books, with plans to establish "new" collections and furnishings from the first floor in this space.
On the first floor we plan to establish new locations and furnishings to better promote and display our newest and most popular materials. We also plan to relocate your hold materials back to the Circulation lobby at the main entrance for the first time since 2020, adding even greater convenience and staff support to this service. These projects will continue to take place through the fall and into 2026, when we plan to wrap this up with improved spaces on the first floor and lower level.
As a result of this project, access to some spaces, services, and collections will be impacted from time to time. We'll keep this page updated with the information you'll need to make the most of your visit in the coming months.
First Floor Updates
This winter, we'll be making some changes to the Recent Arrivals and Circulation areas, as well as the Media Room. Collections are moving, new furnishings and shelving will be installed, and service points will be reoriented. We know that this may bring up questions, and our librarians are happy to help orient you to the changes we are making. Please don't hesitate to visit a service desk with your questions. The work will continue in earnest this winter, and we are excited to introduce these changes to the community.
Lower Level Updates
In September, the library contracted professional asbestos abatement in the currently-vacant North Room. That work was safely completed the week of September 15, and staff were able to proceed with additional updates to the space. In October, the North Room and adjacent hallway and staircase were closed while new carpeting was installed and the walls were repaired and painted.
This winter we're looking forward to outfitting the refreshed North Room with "new" furnishings and collections as part of the larger goals of our Collection Revitalization project. In the meantime, the room features additional tables and seating for study.