A construction banner and fences are up at our permanent space!
We ARE OVERJOYED for our La Grange Park community because when the renovation is complete there will be many benefits.
Most importantly, the building’s structural integrity will be repaired by replacing the water-damaged east and west walls, which were improperly constructed when the library was built in 1989.
Other needs include deferred maintenance projects like replacing the HVAC system, carpet, and lighting. We are delighted that these repairs can be made to the building due in part to the $574,000 Public Library Construction Act Grant from the Illinois State Library we received in March of 2023.
There will be a new look and feel to your library starting in Spring/Summer 2024. However, our desire to serve you at our best will remain the same. We will have more resources to bring to you now that this long awaited building project is underway.
#lpplrenovation
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A construction banner and fences are up at our permanent space!
We ARE OVERJOYED for our La Grange Park community because when the renovation is complete there will be many benefits.
Most importantly, the building’s structural integrity will be repaired by replacing the water-damaged east and west walls, which were improperly constructed when the library was built in 1989.
Other needs include deferred maintenance projects like replacing the HVAC system, carpet, and lighting. We are delighted that these repairs can be made to the building due in part to the $574,000 Public Library Construction Act Grant from the Illinois State Library we received in March of 2023.
There will be a new look and feel to your library starting in Spring/Summer 2024. However, our desire to serve you at our best will remain the same. We will have more resources to bring to you now that this long awaited building project is underway.
#lpplrenovation
Here`s a fun video about the renovation project. Make sure to follow us over on TikTok. #lpplrenovation
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Here`s a fun video about the renovation project. Make sure to follow us over on TikTok. #lpplrenovation
We have more renovation photos!
Today, there is work being done on the outside of the building.
Also, the Children`s floor is looking nice! Walls are going up in the former Community Room area to make offices.
The Community Room will move to the main level after renovation.
#lpplrenovation
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We have more renovation photos!
Today, there is work being done on the outside of the building.
Also, the Children`s floor is looking nice! Walls are going up in the former Community Room area to make offices.
The Community Room will move to the main level after renovation.
#lpplrenovation
Demolition continues on the first and second floors. Contractors are also getting ready to fill in the hole between the floors! #lpplrenovation
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Demolition continues on the first and second floors. Contractors are also getting ready to fill in the hole between the floors! #lpplrenovation
It`s official! We have a TikTok! Watch this one about our move, and don`t forget to follow us! #lpplrenovation
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It`s official! We have a TikTok! Watch this one about our move, and don`t forget to follow us! #lpplrenovation
Things are underway! This week demolition has begun. Stay tuned for future updates. #lpplrenovation
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Things are underway! This week demolition has begun. Stay tuned for future updates. #lpplrenovation
Current News
Construction is underway!
Interior demolition of the library building started on Monday, August 21.
We’re open in our temporary space!
You can visit us at our temporary location, in First Baptist Church of La Grange, located at 21 N. Catherine Ave., La Grange, IL. We expect to be in this space through May 2024.
Bids & Proposals
There are currently no open invitations to bid.
Building Project Newsletter
Community Involvement
- Renovation Open House, September 1, 2022 from 6:00 – 8:00pm.
- Community Feedback Survey (now closed): open to all residents and general library users. Click HERE to read a summary of the survey results!
- Business/Partner Feedback Survey (now closed): open to people who work or own a business in La Grange Park.
- Slides from public community meeting (June 2021)
- Slides from public community meeting (June 2018)
- Slides from public community meeting (July 2017)
In the News
- Patch.com, August 3, 2023: “La Grange Park Library is Moving Temporarily“
- Patch.com, March 8, 2023: “La Grange Park Library Receives $574,000 Grant“
- Patch.com, June 2, 2021: “La Grange Park Library Hosts Community Building Project Update”
- Patch.com, April 26, 2021: “Watchdog Finds La Grange Park Accusations Unfounded”
- Patch.com, April 23, 2021: “La Grange Park Official Has No Conflict of Interest: Village”
- Chicago Tribune, March 1, 2021: “La Grange Park Library plans to start a $4 million renovation this summer”
- Shaw Media, July 12, 2018: “La Grange Park Public Library targets water damage in master plan”
Official Statement on Architect Selection
For more information regarding the architect selection process, please read the library’s official statement HERE.
