About

Community-centered

Our community is the driver for everything we do. Learn how your library turns outward »

Vision and mission

Why do we exist? To empower every voice in our community. What do we do? We share the information, services, and opportunities that fulfill Oak Park’s aspirations. Read the strategic plan »

Values and commitments

These philosophies and policies guide our everyday work and define how we want to engage with our community. More policies »

• The Urban Library Council’s Race and Social Equity Statement (pdf) »
• Oak Park’s Diversity Statement, Collection Strategy Statement and Confidentiality of Circulation Records Policy »
• The American Library Association’s
  • Library Bill of Rights »
  • Freedom to Read »
  • Freedom to View »
  • Code of Ethics »
  • Our Voices initiative, a commitment to diverse, quality content »

More about us

• Who are we? Engagers, learners, and stewards. Meet our staff »
• News and events »
• Fast facts »
• Quotes in the libraries »
• Award-winning architecture »
• Library history »