Frequently Asked Questions

Construction will begin in the Fall of 2019 and be completed in the Spring of 2021.

Yes. The library services have been move to a temporary location at 200 Boston Avenue and operate there until the new library building is opened in the Spring of 2021. 

Yes. We will endeavor to maintain as many of the programs for kids, teens and adults as possible, but most of them will be offered outside of the temporary space. We will be working with the Medford Public Schools and community groups to house our offerings in different locations around the city. 

The new library will be much larger with two full floors. It wil be fully accessible and have separate reading and program areas for adults, teens and children. The new library will also have many small private work/study rooms appropriate for indiviual quiet study or small group meetings.

The new library will have a technology classroom, a makerspace, a local history room, and a large meeting/performance room. It will also have a gallery, café, patio and terrace. Many of these spaces will be available for public use and open after regular library hours. 

Yes. A major focus of the new library will be nurturing innovation and providing access to state-of-the-art technology. This will include advanced software, green screens, 3D printers, film editing equipment and much more. 

Yes. A foundation was created to accept tax-deductible gifts. The easiest way to contribute is to make a gift by going to the donations page on this website or click the donate button below!