After nearly four decades, the Parkland Library branch has finally reopened its renovated and expanded facility. While budget cuts in 1986 led to its closure, grassroots efforts by Friends of Parkland Library and voices in the community over the last ten years helped bring it back. The Parkland Library is ready to serve Louisvillians, and its reopening is an inspiring testament to the power of community. Check out the new space below, and keep it thriving by attending the family fun day on March 1!
Kelsey KnottHistoric Entrance
2743 Virginia Ave, Louisville, KY 40211
The Parkland Library branch reopened its doors on Thursday, February 27. Kelsey KnottTeen Collection
2743 Virginia Ave, Louisville, KY 40211
The space is newly renovated and expanded by 3,000 square feet. Kelsey KnottCommunity
2743 Virginia Ave, Louisville, KY 40211
The community gathered to witness this after nearly 40 years! Kelsey KnottArchitecture
2743 Virginia Ave, Louisville, KY 40211
The inside balances a new renovated feel as well as nods to its history. Kelsey KnottChildren’s Collection
2743 Virginia Ave, Louisville, KY 40211
The children’s collection is ready for its new era of learners and changemakers. Kelsey KnottRead & Play
2743 Virginia Ave, Louisville, KY 40211
Kids can find fun new titles and release some energy all in one place. Kelsey KnottTechnology
2743 Virginia Ave, Louisville, KY 40211
In addition to books, the library offers technology, public meeting rooms, a makerspace, and free programming for all ages. Kelsey KnottAdult Collection
2743 Virginia Ave, Louisville, KY 40211
Despite its brief time as the Kentucky African American Museum and LMPD’s Professional Standards Unit office, the space’s original purpose was never forgotten. Kelsey KnottParkland Neighborhood Exhibit
2743 Virginia Ave, Louisville, KY 40211
On the lower level, neighborhood history is captured in exhibits leading to meeting rooms and the makerspace. Kelsey KnottParkland Exhibit
2743 Virginia Ave, Louisville, KY 40211
Community voices and grassroots efforts worked tirelessly to make this dream a reality. Kelsey Knott
Sign up. We hope you like us, but if you don't, you can unsubscribe by following the links in the email, or by dropping us a note at leo@leoweekly.com.
Signup
By clicking “subscribe” above, you consent to allow us to contact you via email, and store your information using our third-party Service Provider. To see more information about how your information is stored and privacy protected, visit our policies page.
Subscribe to LEO Weekly Newsletters
Sign up. We hope you like us, but if you don't, you can unsubscribe by following the links in the email, or by dropping us a note at leo@leoweekly.com.
To sign up now, enter your email address in the field below and click the Subscribe button.
By clicking “Subscribe” above, you consent to allow us to contact you via email, and store your information using our third-party Service Provider. To see more information about how your information is stored and privacy protected, visit our policies page.
Kelsey Knott is a freelance writer, former educator, and published poet who has called Louisville home for the last 12 years. When she's not reading or playing Animal Crossing, you'll find her cozied up...
More by Kelsey Knott
