Category: Centennial
2004 Bond Issue
In 2004, the library set forth another bond issue to increase the tax levy to $0.30 (a $0.09 increase). The measure failed at the polls by 111 votes.
Soft Opening
On July 17, 2010, the library had its soft opening. This would be the first time the newly renovated building would be open to the public. This video tour, hosted by then Board President Randy Miltenberger, showcases the new building and its features.
Grand Opening
On August 14, 2010, the Kirkwood Public Library hosted the Grand Opening of the new building. While many area’s within the building have been rearranged since then, the main structure has remained unchanged since then.
Construction
By mid 2010, construction of the library’s third renovation was nearing completion.
3D Printing
In 2015, the library first starting offering 3D printing as a service. Since then, we have went through 3 different printers, printed over 2,000 objects in over 7,500 hours. In 2026, the library is replacing it’s printers with two new models.
A Temporary Home
During the third expansion, the library moved to Station Plaza at 200 S. Kirkwood Rd. The library would be located here for 15 months.
Demolition Begins
In June 2009, demolition begins on the library. This marks the beginning of the third major exansion to the building, the last having been completed in 1964. The renovation would last 15 months.
2007 Bond Issue (Proposition L)
In 2007, the library set forth another bond issue (Proposition L) to renovate and add another addition to the building. Voters approved a $0.12 property tax increase, and the library was able to use $0.08 of the tax to finance the $6.5 million in bonds for renovations. The other $0.04…
Sunday Hours Added
In 1996, the library added Sundays to its hours of operation for the first time. Since then, the library has been open from 1:00-5:00 pm on Sundays. This was in part due to a tax levy that passed in 1994.
Telephone Directory Mishap
In 1979, Southwestern Bell mistakenly listed Kirkwood Library as a member of the St. Louis County Library. For the inconvenience, they offered to pay an equivalent of half a year’s service – $744.24.
