The main portion of Bacon Memorial Library has not been renovated since 1993. The following plans were designed by MCD Architects, utilizing the feedback of library patrons, staff and the library Board of Trustees. These renovations will enable our library to function better for you.


Phase 1: Main Library Renovation
(Beginning September 2025 and scheduled to be done by the end of the year.)

This will include all areas on the main floor EXCEPT the bathrooms.
Raised floor will be removed and new flooring will be installed
Drop ceiling will be removed
Library will be repainted
New circulation desk will be placed in a new location
Four new study rooms
New designated area for the Friend’s book sale with shelving
Refreshed book shelving
New furniture throughout the Main Library

Phase 1 began in September.
Services will be limited and may change without notice!

During renovations we expect to have the following services available:
Vinewood entrance will remain open and the Bacon House entrance will be available when needed.
The Bacon House will remain open with the following collections and services available:
• Makerspace
• Magazines and Newspapers
• Browsing area: New items from all collections, Library of Things and video games
• Book Sale, Puzzle Exchange and Bacon Cares
Circulation desk will be open.
Faxing, printing (mobile or from a computer), copy machine, and notary will be available.
Inter-Library Loan will still be available and we encourage patrons to place holds on items they need.
Express computer use under 30 minutes.


THE FOLLOWING SERVICES WILL BE UNAVAILABLE:
Majority of our materials will be in off-site storage
The main floor of the library will be unavailable past the circulation desk
Van Alstyne entrance to the library
Study space and study room rental
Long-term computer use
No story times until January
Limited programming

More information will be released as the project progresses. Please check our website https://www.baconlibrary.org/ for the most updated information. We will be using the website, social media and email to get any major updates or disruptions to service out quickly.