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 Miller Dyer Spears Inc. and a community advisory committee to study pre-design options and cost estimates for a renovation of the 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 and enhanced multi-purpose room.

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.

New East Boston Branch

A new, centrally-located East Boston branch library has been a top capital priority for the Boston Public Library for the past several years. A site study was completed in July 2009 after a yearlong public process to discuss the services, programs, and spaces most valued by East Boston residents. The FY11 Capital Budget included funds for the development of a library program, evaluation of existing and potential sites, and design of the new branch.

Construction on the new branch began in 2012 and is expected to be completed in Fall of 2013. See the Strategic Planning: Compass blog for current updates.

Read the East Boston Fact Sheet (PDF, 1MB) for information on the schedule as well as proposed library features and services.

The Library will continue to engage the community as the process moves forward. Watch the bpl.org site and the East Boston branch page for updates on this exciting capital project.

If you have any questions, please contact Christine Schonhart, Director of Branch Libraries, at cschonhart@bpl.org.

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.