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Fells Branch library in Wellesley, a work in progress

August 10, 2018 by Deborah Brown 1 Comment

Work is coming along on the Fells Branch Library on Weston Road, temporarily closed for renovations that will transform the historic building into a place with unique and intimate early learning experiences for its patrons ages infants – 6. Here are some exterior pictures of the work-in-progress on Wellesley’s oldest municipal building. The 160-year-old structure was originally a one-room schoolhouse.

Fells Branch Library, Wellesley

Fells Branch Library, Wellesley

 

Fells Branch Library, Wellesley

Fells Branch Library, Wellesley

Fells Branch Library, Wellesley

The last time the branch shut down was under much less favorable circumstances. In 2006 – 2008 the Fells (and Hills) branch was shuttered due to lack of funds, but private fundraising brought it back into action. The library now operates 100% on privately raised funds. The $70 – $90k renovation project being covered through private donors and grants.

The project is expected to reach completion in late Fall, 2018.

The book drop at Fells is still operational during the renovation project.

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Filed Under: Books, Construction, Education, Kids

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  1. Catherine Johnson says

    August 15, 2018 at 1:08 pm

    Thanks for covering this work in progress. The Fells Branch Library is the oldest public building in Wellesley so it will be nice to give it appropriate new life. The Wellesley Historical Commission asked for and received money from CPC (community Preservation Committee) to have FMD (Facilities Management Department) install a shake shingle roof as part of the renovation. Again, appropriate — and beautiful.
    Catherine Johnson
    Planning Board

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