Please visit this site often for updates on capital projects currently underway.
Faneuil Branch Programming Study
The Boston Public Library is working with Tappé Architects and a community advisory committee on a programming study of the Faneuil branch of the Boston Public Library. The study will include a review of ADA accessibility, furniture and finishes, technology and program space.
Project History
- Meeting notes from first Community Meeting, September 11, 2014 (PDF)
- Slides from first Community Meeting, September 11, 2014 (PDF)
- DRAFT existing conditions report, December 18, 2014 (PDF)
- DRAFT building program, December 18, 2014 (PDF)
- Meeting notes from second Community Meeting, December 18, 2014 (PDF)
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Dudley Branch Plaza and Entry Project
The Boston Public Library is working with Utile Inc. Architecture and a community advisory committee to study near-term improvements to the entrance at the Dudley branch of the Boston Public Library. Often described as the "only library without a front door" this study aims to improve sight lines and visibility of the entrance. In addition, a larger study of the entire branch services, programs, and spaces is underway.
Jamaica Plain Branch Renovations
The Library is working with Utile, Inc. and a community advisory committee on the design for renovations to the Jamaica Plain branch of the Boston Public Library. The goals of this study include ADA accessibility, improved spaces, collections and technology for all ages, and an enhanced multi-purpose room.
Project History
- Meeting Notes from fourth Community Meeting , November 12, 2014 (PDF)
- Slides from fourth Community Meeting , November 12, 2014 (PDF)
- Meeting Notes from third Community Meeting , August 4, 2014 (PDF)
- Slides from third Community Meeting , August 4, 2014 (PDF)
- Meeting notes from second Design Meeting, May 21, 2014 (PDF)
- Slides from second Design Meeting, May 21, 2014 (PDF)
- Meeting notes from first Design Meeting, April 9, 2014 (PDF)
- Slides from first Design Meeting, April 9, 2014 (PDF)
- 2013 Jamaica Plain Facility Planning Study (PDF)
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Roslindale Branch Renovations
The Boston Public Library is working with Leers Weinzapfel Associates Architects and a community advisory committee on a programming and renovation study of the Roslindale branch of the Boston Public Library. The study will include a review of ADA accessibility, furniture and finishes, technology and program space.
Branch Facilities Review
From December 2012 through February 2013, a review of all Boston
Public Library branch locations was conducted. The goal of the review
was to evaluate how successfully the branches meet the Principles for
Excellence established by the Compass: Strategic Plan approved by the
library’s Board of Trustees on November 15, 2011.
Click on the image to the left to read the full report.
