About

Your visit


Values & priorities


Our story

  • News and stories: Useful information to help you get the most out of your library.
  • Evaluating our impact: Qualitative and quantitative data about library work.
  • 2023: A year in review: Annual highlights and accomplishments.
  • History: In 2023, we celebrated 120 years as a public library, and 20 years in the current Main Library building.
  • Awards: Recognition we’ve received over the years.

Working here


Governance

  • Board of Library Trustees: Elected officials responsible for the library’s policies, budget, vision, mission, and strategic plan. 
  • Budget: Current year’s budget and previous years’ audited financial statements.
  • Policies: Board-approved governance of library operations.

Support

  • Friends of the Oak Park Public Library: A separate 501(c)(3) organization supporting the library and building community bridges.
  • Donate: Give to endowment funds to support your library’s future.
  • The Store: Open online now! Share and wear Oak Park library pride.
  • Civic engagement: Stay informed, understand governmental processes, and exercise your citizenship rights and obligations.
  • #OPPLChampions: Support the library on social media.