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Prior to the building's construction, the location of the Oak Park Library was a popular bookmobile stop in the 1950s. In order to meet a growing demand from library patrons in the community, the City purchased the land and built the current 5,200-square-foot building at a cost of $152,364. The library was dedicated in 1969. A few years later, the Oak Park Community Council was formed to advocate for the library and other community services. Thanks to a grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the Oak Park Library was able to purchase additional public computers and expand its technology services for the community.
Upcoming Events
Dec 74pm - 5pm
All Ages
Dec 811:30am - 12pm
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Dec 101pm - 2pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Dec 135pm - 6pm
Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Dec 144pm - 5pm
All Ages
Front area outside the Oak Park Library
Reading area inside the Oak Park Library
Parking - 10 parking spaces with additional parking available on the street.
Public Transportation - MTS Trolley Orange Line and Bus Route 955
Computers for Public Use - 12 available
Outdoor Space
Special Collections
Language Collections