Author - Mark Superczynski

Architectural rendering showing the new archive space, office, and reading area.

A Sneak Peek

March 18, 2026 As construction progresses, we’re looking forward to debuting expanded and transformational spaces within the Library. Here’s a preview of one such space — the Highland Park Archives — and what you can expect to find. With a new elevator in place, a new Reading...
Computer generated image of a children's activity room with a group of children reading participating in story time in the background and desks and chairs in the foreground.

Rob And Terri Olian Donate $100,000 For Youth Activity Room

November 14, 2025 As fundraising for the Library’s expansion continues, the Library has announced a major gift of $100,000 from Rob and Terri Olian toward the Reimagine Your Library Capital Campaign. In recognition of the Olians’ generosity, a new space will be named the Rob and...
A hanging sign for Highland Park Public Library hangs from a pole from behind a construction fence. I sign on the fence says "Your Library's Expanding!" The west side of the library is visible behind the fence.

Construction Has Started

August 6, 2025 July saw the start of construction for the Library’s expansion project! The crew fenced off and cleared the site along St. Johns and Laurel Avenues. The iconic sign for the Library that has stood at the corner of the two streets on and...
Two silver-handled shovels stand in a pile of dirt in front of the library's west side.

Groundbreaking Ceremony

June 19, 2025 After years of planning, the shovels hit the ground on Friday, June 6, at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Library’s expansion. A crowd of approximately 100 gathered under a tent and sunny skies to participate in, and to watch, the ceremony. With a...