Evergreen Library Redesign
Evergreen Library is a 17,367-square-foot library constructed in 1993 and nestled into the hillside just south of Historic Downtown Evergreen. In 2022, we started planning and preparing for a major redesign of the location.
Our vision for the Evergreen Library Redesign Project has always been for an updated library that is welcoming to all, where the patron experience is one of absolute delight, and where residents feel respected and understood by the library. We also wanted to align the redesign with our mission and vision of a 21st century library, while upgrading and modernizing resources, spaces, technology, mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems in the building.
Project Updates
Starting April 1, Evergreen Library will be open for services, including collection browsing, holds pick up, meeting and study room reservations, technology bookings and more!
The newly redesigned Evergreen Library is warm, cozy, light, natural, welcoming, rustic and comfortable.
- True to the mountain spirit, natural materials, ample light and open views were incorporated into the design for both aesthetics and to ensure the movement of natural light.
- Dedicated spaces for children, teens and families, as well as study rooms and a flexible community room.
- Sustainability is front and center with low-energy lighting, a high-efficiency boiler and water-saving plumbing fixtures.
- Three Dual Port Electric Vehicle Charging stations were installed with partner funds from the Colorado Department of Energy and Xcel Energy.
- Little details were not overlooked as local art takes center stage with adult, teen and children's art display areas.
The Evergreen Redesign Project was led by Eppstein Uhen Architects (EUA). EUA’s portfolio of work includes the renovation of the Columbine Library and other local Library systems' locations, such as the 21c Library in Colorado Springs. Two leading experts in educational and community-forward design, Kelly Wemple and Ryan Wallace, are the Project Leads.
Board and Public Discussion
This project will be discussed during 2024 Board Meetings. Read about the latest updates, submit a comment to the Board or find attendance information.
Design Renderings and Progress Photos
Explore photos from our recent "dusty boots" tour or compare current progress photos inside the Evergreen Library with our design renderings of the Library's future look and feel. Click on any image to enlarge.
Additional Information
FAQs
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We are excited to announce that Evergreen Library will reopen for services on April 1, 2024, with a Grand Reopening Celebration on April 13, 2024, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Stay up to date and learn more at jeffcolibrary.org/evergreen-redesign.
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- Any of your existing holds set to go to Evergreen Library or Evergreen Parkway Temporary Library will automatically be sent to the newly redesigned Evergreen Library on April 1.
- If other existing holds in your account are set to go elsewhere and you would like to select a different pickup location, you may do so online or by calling 303-235-5275. We are not able to change the pickup location for in transit, Prospector or Interlibrary Loan holds, or holds that are ready for pickup.
- As always, we will notify you when your materials are ready for pick up.
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To change the pickup location of a single hold, log into your Account by clicking on the purple Log In / My Account button, then select On Hold. For the hold you want to change, click on the location listed under "Pick up at" and select another location from the dropdown. The change will be automatically saved. Please note that hold pickup location cannot be changed for holds that are in transit, ready for pickup, from Prospector, or through interlibrary loan.
To change the location for all of your future holds, select My Settings in your Account menu. Under Account Preferences > Holds and Pickup Location, click Change to make changes to your preferred pickup location. You can also enable or disable Single Click Holds here. With Single Click Holds enabled, your holds will be automatically be sent to your preferred location.
Project Timeline
Related News and Events
Evergreen Library to Reopen, Monday, April 1
Additional Evergreen Library Services Now Available
Keep in Touch
Have a question or comment about the Evergreen Library Redesign? Contact us via email at evergreenproject@jeffcolibrary.org, opens a new window.
