Quick Info
- See Library’s press releases about the outcomes of October 22nd and November 18th public meetings.
- The full report from the professional architect’s August 2025 findings is available here:
- For more information, see our Frequently Ask Questions about the New Building Project
- To receive email updates about planned Building Project meetings, you can sign up here.
- A full timeline of past documents related to this project can be found at Library Building Project – Timeline & Documents.
2026
Open House Presentation of Conceptual Design – February 12th, 12pm-7pm
2025
Design Charette – December 16th, 9am-5pm
Community Design Workshops – November 18th at 12pm-2pm & 6pm-8pm.
Community Discussions – October 22nd at 12pm-2pm & 6pm-8pm.
Library Building Project
As the heart of our community, the San Juan Island Library has served as a center of knowledge and connection for generations. However, with the growing population, demands, and aspirations of our beloved island, the time has come to envision a bigger, brighter future for our library.
Library Open House, February 12th
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who attended our Open House on February 12th! With roughly 200 people in attendance, it was an outstanding day of discussion and great ideas. For those who missed the event, see the summary of information in the images below, and scroll through the presentation slides.
Open House Summary
You can also view this trifold handout as a PDF by clicking this link, or you can come get a printed version at the library.
Library Open House Presentation
You can also view these presentation slides as a pdf by clicking this link. After reviewing this information, let us know what you think! Click on the green feedback form on the left of the page, or come get a feedback postcard at the library to write down your thoughts!
Report on November 18th Meetings:
The San Juan Island Library thanks all who came to the November 18th community meetings at the Brickworks. Between the two sessions, approximately 100 people were in attendance. Both sessions featured rich and engaging discussions on library planning. After a short review of the building project, the Library’s architectural consultants divided attendees into small groups and led a design workshop. Participants were able to discuss design ideas related to the Spring Street property and the programs and services they would like in the new library. After this breakout session, all participants reconvened, and the groups presented their ideas to one another. Ideas from these presentations were further discussed and integrated into group designs.
The Library is grateful for all ideas, questions, and creative problem-solving, and will use the received feedback to inform its decisions.
Report on October 22nd Meetings:
The San Juan Island Library thanks all who came to the October 22nd community meetings at the Brickworks. Between the two sessions approximately 150 people were in attendance and both sessions featured rich and engaging discussions on library planning. The Library shared updates on the new building planning process. Library Trustee Boyd Pratt spoke about the history of the new building project and the current tasks and concerns of the Library Board of Trustees. Library Assistant Director Anthony Morris reviewed the library’s current services and gave examples of how the current building cannot meet community needs. After those short speaking sessions, the majority of the time was spent listening to feedback from the community about what they would like to see in a new library. The positive creative energy of both sessions was remarkable, and many priorities were discussed, including popular ideas such as the community’s need for more meeting rooms, both large and small, and ensuring there are sufficient spaces for youth and teens in the library. The Library is grateful for all the thoughts, feedback, and constructive criticism discussed and will be using the received feedback to inform its decisions.
2025 San Juan County Fair Flyer
