Current News
We’re back open in La Grange Park!
Visit us to see your brand new library!
This week, crews are replacing clerestory windows, working on a new accessible ramp, and installing power for the Children`s Department desk.
#lpplrenovation
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Major repairs are happening to the east wall this week. There`s extreme rustiness in the lower level bay, which was expected, and the EIFS has been removed.
We can`t wait until the front door is open to the public again!
#lpplrenovation
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This week the future makerspace is taking shape on the first floor and so are the study rooms on the second. Outside, scaffolding is up to prepare for the repairs to the east wall and the ADA ramp is being reduced to rubble.
#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
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Here`s a fun video about the renovation project. Make sure to follow us over on TikTok. #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
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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
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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
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Bids & Proposals
There are no current requests for bids.
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
- Chicago Tribune, August 6, 2024: “La Grange Park Public Library holds grand reopening after $5.6 million renovation”
- WGN Radio, August 4, 2024: “La Grange Park Library gets renovated”
- Shaw Media, July 31, 2024: “New chapter begins for La Grange Park Public Library”
- Shaw Media, July 8, 2024: “La Grange Park Library to hold grand reopening Aug. 3”
- Patch.com, June 28, 2024; “La Grange Park Public Library’s Grand Reopening on August 3”
- Shaw Media, March 27, 2024: “La Grange Park library to close the books early on $5.1 million renovation project”
- 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.
