Tour the Galesburg Public Library from the Outside In
The new library will blend with the unique character of the Galesburg historic district while providing extensive natural light indoors and outdoor green space to host library programs and feature public art and gardens.
Stepping Through the Doors
The library will feature bright, airy spaces that invite engaged learning, personal reflection, and community building. The interior will reflect Galesburg’s dynamic people and rich culture, emphasizing both history and present day.
The New Library will Feature:
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See what’s happening with the new Galesburg Public Library.
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Discover how voiceover artist Beverly Westergren uses Galesburg Public Library's professional Whisper Room recording booth to practice her craft while visiting home.
This short thank-you video features Galesburg Public Library patrons, families, and community members sharing their gratitude for the donors who make our library’s programs, resources, and spaces possible. Their words—and smiles—reflect the impact of your generosity every day.
We hope this message reminds you just how much your support matters to our community. Thank you for helping the library continue to inspire curiosity, connection, and opportunity for all.
The Galesburg Public Library Foundation has announced a new partnership with the Galesburg Community Foundation to establish locally managed endowment funds that support the library’s long-term sustainability. This collaboration ensures that donor gifts are stewarded close to home and invested in the library’s future—advancing programs, maintaining the facility, and strengthening the Foundation’s ability to meet community needs for generations to come.
Celebrate National Philanthropy Day with the Galesburg Public Library Foundation as we honor the generosity and compassion of our donors, supporters, and partners. This post reflects on the power of giving—how each contribution, large or small, helps expand access to learning, enrich community programs, and create inclusive spaces at the Galesburg Public Library. Discover how your support fuels innovation, connection, and lifelong learning in our community, and join us in building a brighter, more equitable future for all.
Each October, history awakens in Galesburg as the Ghosts of Galesburg event brings real figures from the city’s past back to life. This year’s gathering at Central Congregational Church highlighted the remarkable stories behind its 1897 stained glass windows—crafted by the Luminous Prism Company and George E. Androvette—and the lives they honor. From pioneers and inventors to scholars and missionaries, their light still shines through the glass that bears their names.
Walter Treash's toy collection at the Galesburg Public Library isn't just about nostalgia—it's about connection. What began as a lifeline during an isolated childhood has become a gift to his community. Through monthly displays in the library's curio cabinet, Walter shares pieces of his collection that spark joy, awaken memories, and remind visitors of the child they once were. This October, his Munsters and Addams Family collection brings a touch of spooky season magic to everyone who stops by.
