Construction will soon begin at the Rockwell Branch. The branch will receive a building expansion as well as interior remodeling of the existing space, all part of the Library's master plan to enhance services at branch locations.
The expansion phase began July 29, 2024 and is expected to be completed in December 2024. After that, interior remodeling of the existing facility will begin, at which point service interruptions might occur. The entire project is expected to be finished in late spring 2025.
The project includes extensive renovations, particularly to the children's room. It will expand the current meeting room while adding smaller meeting and study spaces. Other features new to Rockwell include a teen section and a drive-up window for picking up requested materials. The iconic fireplace will remain and a small "living room" will be built around it.
Call for Artists
We have released a Request for Qualifications for art as part of the remodel project at Rockwell, as well as at the Alford and Angelou locations. The deadline to enter is September 13 at 5 p.m.
Interactive Floor Plan Comparison
The addition to the building's north and east sides will bring the Rockwell branch from 9,604 square feet to 16,054 square feet. Use the slider to compare the existing interior space to the new floor plan.
A Materials return
B Drive-up window (existing: curbside pickup)
C Customer service desk
D Children's area
E Teen space
F Meeting and study spaces
Exterior Renderings
